Question 1

can i use topical steroid on rash while pregnant?

Accepted Answer

Yes: Using small amounts should not cause any problem.

Question 2

is it normal to break out with a rash on my stomach while pregnant?

Accepted Answer

May be normal: As our bellies and breasts stretch, sometimes the skin becomes red and itchy.
Dry skin will make it worse as it becomes much more sensitive.
Estrogen can also cause skin irritation and itching.
Try moisturizing and avoid binding clothing or snaps that contain zinc, as you may be sensitive to these things.

Question 3

should i be concerned about a bumpy crusting rash on my vagina while pregnant?

Accepted Answer

Yes: This should be mentioned to the doctor at the next OB visit. It may be nothing concerning, but one possibility for a "bump" that forms a small blister that then has a crust is herpes. Other possibilities can be infected hair follicles or yeast. If it is herpes, it could change your delivery plan or require antiviral medications during pregnancy.

Question 4

i have polymorphic eruption of pregnancy, how do i make it go away?

Accepted Answer

Creams: Although the rashes may be bothersome, they are not harmful to you or to your baby. A mild corticosteroid can be applied on the skin.  You can take an antihistamine to help with the itching. Oral corticosteroids can be used in severe cases, but is generally not recommended. The rash will generally go away within one week of delivery.

Question 5

how easy is it to get pep rash in pregnancy?

Accepted Answer

Pupp: This is not common but hormone levels during pregnancy have something to do with the rash.

Question 6

what is the definition or description of: pregnancy rash?

Accepted Answer

Skin changes: pregnancy rash is merely a description, not a diagnosis. however, there are some rashes that only happen during pregnancy such as Puppp (Pruritic urticarial papules and plaques of pregnancy) which can happen during the mid trimester and be very itchy. it can be treated with topical steroid creams.

Question 7

what cause ared rash around your face when you are pregnant?

Accepted Answer

Acne: Acne or seborrhea on the ace can flare in pregnancy. Acne can be treated with otc acne products or topical antibiotics. Seborrhea a scaly rash can be treated with Hydrocortisone cream. Topicla Nizoral (ketoconazole) creams works well also.

Question 8

im 16wks pregnant and i have a rash around my anus it doesn't itch at all. just feels raw. what could it be? should i be worried?

Accepted Answer

Have it checked: It could be yeast, herpes or other infections.

Question 9

i'm pregnant and what causes rash in my belly?

Accepted Answer

?: There are specific rash linked to pregnancy and one of which can be quite ugly looking yet quite responsive to a short-course of cortisone.

Question 10

pregnant and broke out with a rash on cheek?

Accepted Answer

Chloasma: A dark rash can develop when one is pregnant. It is usually due to an overproduction of melanocytes and is aggravated by sunlight.

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I have polymorphic eruption of pregnancy, how do i make it go away?

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How easy is it to get pep rash in pregnancy?

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What is the definition or description of: pregnancy rash?

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What cause ared rash around your face when you are pregnant?

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Im 16wks pregnant and i have a rash around my anus it doesn't itch at all. just feels raw. what could it be? should i be worried?

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I'm pregnant and what causes rash in my belly?

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Pregnant and broke out with a rash on cheek?

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