Pregnancy And Baby Care Articles During Pregnancy

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Sometimes an itchy rash in pregnancy may also be on account of an allergic reaction. The most commonly found itchy rash pregnancy is the PUPPS rash which stands for pruritic urticarial papules and plaques of pregnancy. This rash is characterized by severe itching and is found on the skin in the form of pink patches, red pimple like bumps etc which may be initially mistaken for hives or an allergic reaction. The main complaint arising out of an itchy rash and pregnancy is the disruption of sleep on account of the discomfort. The PUPPS rash needs to be observed carefully because if blisters begin to form then the pregnant mother may actually be suffering from pemphigoid gestationis which is a more serious condition that could even harm the baby.

Some treatment for an itchy rash during pregnancy includes following a diet that is rich in Vitamin C and E, zinc and beta carotene. Additionally pregnant women should also consume sufficient quantities of water so that their skin remains hydrated and does not dry up. Itchy rash after pregnancy does not pose a problem as most of the skin problems tend to disappear on their own a few days after the child is delivered. In some cases, if the itching is due to the skin drying up excessively, doctors also recommended that olive oil or coconut oil be massaged into the skin before a bath and to use soaps that do not dry the skin out. In order to prevent infections from the nails while scratching the itchy area, pregnant women are advised to use a soft clean cloth to address the itching.

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