Mild itching is common during pregnancy. It occurs when there is an increase in the blood supply on the skin. As the baby grows, the skin of the abdomen gets stretched, and so there is itchiness. When there is severe itchiness during pregnancy, it can be a sign of a liver disease called obstetric cholestasis. Wearing loose clothes helps to prevent itching. Avoid using synthetic materials, and using cotton clothing helps to provide air circulation in the skin.
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Query: Hello doctor,I am currently in my third trimester and about to give birth. For the past three days, I have been experiencing red, itchy rashes all over my tummy, and they are very itchy. I also have a cold at the moment, but I do not have a fever. I do not have any other medical conditions, and I am... Read Full »
Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. I understand your concern, but I do not think you have any reason to worry. It is unlikely that the cold is related to the rashes you are experiencing. From the appearance of the marks, they seem to be extremely stretched skin marks, which is quite common in the last... Read Full »
I am pregnant with rashes in my belly and legs. Please help.
Query: Hello doctor, I had my bile acid levels, and liver function checked for about four months ago. The doctor said both returned to normal but was not told about the values. I have extreme itching. My belly appears reddish, and have a severe rash on the belly. So the doctor said that itching was normal ... Read Full »
Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. Thank you for your query. Obstetrics cholestasis need strict symptoms, blood test, and fetal monitoring as this can harm the baby, so take it seriously. In addition to symptoms, keep checking on fetal movements if you feel reduced, or you have to report to an obstet... Read Full »
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