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How To Get Rid Of Itching In Palms And Soles?

I have 8th month of pregnancy and feeling severe itching all over the body even on palms of hands and soles of feet. At night, itching becomes so severe that I couldn t sleep whole night. I am very much disturbed by this problem. What can I do or use any lotion etc for it. Please suggest me as soon as possible.
Wed, 13 May 2015
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Hello.
Thank you for contacting HCM.

Itching is a common problem in many pregnant women due to hormonal changes and stretching of skin. What concerns me in your case is the itching in palms and sole and the increase in severity at night as this points towards Obstetric Cholestasis.

TREATMENT:
For immediate relief i can advise Calamine lotion to be applied locally.

Please consult your local obstetrician to rule out Obstetric Cholestasis....a condition usually occuring in late pregnancy. It is due to the inefficient functioning of your liver. Doctor may run some blood tests and ultrasound to check your liver and also your baby.

Meanwhile, avoid hot baths, moisturize your body well and try to wear loose clothings.

I hope this answers your query. Please feel free to contact HCM if you have anymore concerns.
Wishing you and your baby good health.

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How To Get Rid Of Itching In Palms And Soles?

Hello. Thank you for contacting HCM. Itching is a common problem in many pregnant women due to hormonal changes and stretching of skin. What concerns me in your case is the itching in palms and sole and the increase in severity at night as this points towards Obstetric Cholestasis. TREATMENT: For immediate relief i can advise Calamine lotion to be applied locally. Please consult your local obstetrician to rule out Obstetric Cholestasis....a condition usually occuring in late pregnancy. It is due to the inefficient functioning of your liver. Doctor may run some blood tests and ultrasound to check your liver and also your baby. Meanwhile, avoid hot baths, moisturize your body well and try to wear loose clothings. I hope this answers your query. Please feel free to contact HCM if you have anymore concerns. Wishing you and your baby good health.