We Should Know About Common Skin Problems During Pregnancy

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We Should Know About Common Skin Problems During
Pregnancy
Pregnancy is the phase in a womans life when the
body of a woman goes through a plethora of
changes. The hormones in the body also caused
several skin problems. But these skin conditions
are not permanent as they disappear after the
baby is born. Though most of them disappear but
some of them may have a long-lasting impact on
the skin. 
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• Common skin-related issues during pregnancy
• Hyperpigmentation
• Melasma
• Stretch marks
• PUPPP
• Skin tags
• Acne
• Varicose veins
• Prurigo of pregnancy
• Pemphigoid gestationis
• Intrahepatic cholestasis of pregnancy

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Hyperpigmentation
Hyperpigmentation refers to the darkening of the
skin. The darkening of the skin is caused by the
increase in the substance called melanin. It is
that substance that causes the color of the skin.
During the pregnancy the production of melanin
also increases in the body that causes
hyperpigmentation.
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Melasma
Melasma is again a form of hyperpigmentation that
causes tan or brown patches on the face. It is
one of the most common conditions that occurs
during the pregnancy that is why it is also
called the the mask of the pregnancy.
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Stretch Marks
The scars that appear on the skin due to extra
weight gain or shrunk by extreme weight loss
cause the stretch marks. These scars usually
appear on the belly, thighs, arms, buttocks or
the breasts of pregnant ladies. These scars
generally start off reddish or purplish in color
and later turn into silver or white color, they
may fade with time but does not completely vanish.
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Pruritic Urticarial Papules and Plaques of
Pregnancy (PUPPP)
PUPPP is the outbreak of pale red bumps on the
skin that can cause itching, burning sensation or
sting. They can range in size and may be called
plaques when they form together in a large area
on the abdomen, legs, arms, and buttocks during
pregnancy. To minimize the symptoms of PUPPP you
may use lukewarm water when washing, apply cool
compresses, wear loose or lightweight clothes,
avoid the use of soap on skin that has PUPPP as
it can cause a lot of relief.
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Skin tags
A small flap of skin that hangs from the skin but
is not malignant are called skin tags.. These
skin tags are usually found hanging on the neck,
chest, back or under the breast area of a
pregnant woman. They do not cause any pain and
are generally considered painless. It may cause a
little pain if it gets rub against something.
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Acne
Breakouts of pimples on the face during the
pregnancy is a common issue that the woman faces.
They are caused by hormonal imbalance in the body
but are not permanent. They disappear with the
time or after the pregnancy. The common practices
that can prevent the growth of acne are washing
the face with lukewarm water, using a mild
cleanser twice daily, keeping hair away from the
face, shampooing daily, avoiding picking at
pimples, using oil-free cosmetics.
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Varicose Veins
Varicose veins are painful veins that are caused
due to hormonal changes during pregnancy. These
twisted and enlarged veins increase the weight
and uterine pressure that decreases blood flow in
the legs. These veins can also occur in vulva,
vagina, rectum and legs. You can decrease the
negative effect of the varicose veins by avoiding
long hours of sitting and standing, avoid
uncrossing the legs, try elevating the legs as
much as possible, do exercise, avoid constipation
by consuming lots of fluid.
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Prurigo of Pregnancy
Prurigo of pregnancy causes  tiny, itchy bumps
that look like insect bites. These can be seen
occurring in women throughout pregnancy or at any
time of the pregnancy and may take months to get
sorted.
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Pemphigoid Gestationis
It is an autoimmune disorder where blisters can
be seen occurring on the belly that generally
spread to other parts of the body and takes place
during the second or third trimester. it might
also occur immediately following childbirth.This
condition can become the cause of preterm birth
or a baby with low birth weight.
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Intrahepatic Cholestasis of Pregnancy
Intrahepatic cholestasis of pregnancy (ICP) is a
liver condition that appears during the pregnancy
and becomes obvious in the third trimester of the
pregnancy where the women may experience severe
itching without rash. This condition can affect
the palms of the hands, soles of the feet, or
trunk of the body. It generally disappears after
the birth of the child but can increase the risk
of preterm labor or even sometimes the death of
the fetus.
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Treatments- The above given skin conditions
that appear during the pregnancy need an experts
attention and most of them generally disappear
after the birth of the child but it is mandatory
to note that no medication should be taken
without the consultation of the doctor as it may
have serious consequences on the pregnant woman
or the unborn child but the super speciality
hospital Noida can help you with the best
treatments.
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