How to identify food triggers during pregnancy?

Question

Hello doctor,

I am 16 weeks pregnant, and my psoriasis patches are turning purple and more painful than before. Never had this color changed before pregnancy. Ob-gyn says it is normal, but I am scared. It seems to get worse after eating certain foods, but I cannot figure out the pattern. Also, I noticed swelling in my fingers along with patches. My family suggested herbal supplements, but I am scared to try anything. Is this color change normal? How can I identify food triggers during pregnancy?

Please help.

Thank you.

Answer 1

Hello,

Welcome to icliniq.com.

I can understand your concern.

Psoriasis is a condition in which skin cells build up and form scales and itchy, dry patches. Psoriasis is thought to be an immune system problem. Triggers include infections, stress, and colds.

Do not worry; because worrying will not solve your problem, but rather be a triggering factor for flare-ups of psoriasis. Take care of yourself, and follow the advice of your treating doctor.

Do not experiment with any medicine or herb during pregnancy.

Treatment plan:

Cream coal tar with salicylic acid all over patches.
At night, apply paraffin cream to make the skin moist.

Preventive measures:

No stress.
Keep your skin moisturized.
Drink three to four liters of water daily.
Try to find out the triggering factor.
Meditation.

I hope this helps.

Kindly follow up if you have more concerns.

Thank you.