Durianlover, Confused
Thanks.. I'll monitor. My colleague passed me this, looks qt scary.
Is it normal to itch all over during pregnancy?
About 20 per cent of all pregnant women have some kind of generalized skin itchiness. Hormones and your stretching skin especially over your growing belly are probably to blame for your discomfort.
About two-thirds of all pregnant women will get red and itchy palms and soles, a condition experts think is caused by an increase in oestrogen. It usually disappears straight after delivery.
How can I get some relief?
Apply moisturiser or try a warm oatmeal bath (some chemists sell them ready-made or you could just wrap a handful of oats tightly in a muslin square and dump in in your bath). Heat rash can intensify the itching, so wear loose cotton clothing and avoid going out in the heat of the day.
I've heard that itching in the third trimester could be a sign that something's wrong. Is that true?
It depends. Some women develop harmless itchy bumps on their abdomen, thighs, buttocks or arms in the last few months of pregnancy. A cream to ease the itching is all that is needed for this.
In rare cases, severe itchiness in your third trimester can be a sign of a serious liver problem called obstetric cholestasis. In this case the itchiness is very widespread and often includes itching of the hands and feet. It may also be accompanied by nausea, vomiting, loss of appetite, fatigue, pale-coloured stools and jaundice. Make an appointment with your doctor or midwife if the itching is very widespread. A blood test can be carried out to assess your liver function. If the liver is affected, you may be given medication, but it may also be necessary to deliver your baby a little early. Contact the Obstetric Cholestasis Support and Information Line if you would like more information.
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My colleague used Avent and said it was very durable, compared to the other brand. So, I'm getting that loh.
