Pruritic Rash

Skin Rashes While Pregnant

Several skin rashes that occur during pregnancy are abnormal and potentially harmful to the fetus. Whenever an unusual rash occurs in pregnancy, medical attention should be sought as soon as possible. Some of these rashes may be harmful to the fetus.

Allergies & Rashes in Pregnancy

As your pregnant body grows and your hormone levels fluctuate, any number of unpleasant changes can occur. While rashes and allergies are fairly common issues for pregnant women, the good news is that most of the symptoms will disappear after you...

Bumps on Legs & Arms When Pregnant

Bumps are a common skin condition during pregnancy, according to the American Academy of Dermatology, but this does not mean that they affect a lot of pregnant women. Approximately one in every 100 women develop a rash called PUPPP, or pruritic...

Itchy Skin on the Stomach

The most common cause of itchy skin on the stomach is dry skin, also called xerosis. According to the Mayo Clinic website, xerosis may occur with fluctuations in weather and humidity, either naturally-occurring seasonal changes or man-made changes...

Causes of Itchy Skin During Pregnancy

Pregnancy is a time of many changes for women, including skin changes. Some women may develop acne or experience an reduction in blemishes during pregnancy. Most women gain at least some weight during the pregnancy. This is just one of the causes...