Brief Answer: Normal Physiological changes of pregnancy Detailed Answer: Greetings of the day Firstly I would like to take this opportunity to congratulate you on being pregnant. Going by description given by you what you are experiencing are normal pregnancy symptoms. Aching in legs is due to associated calcium deficiency. 1. I would suggest you to consume 2 glasses of milk everyday, that will provide you with the daily calcium requirements. 2. Also would advise you not to sit out longer period, keeping legs in dependent position for long period of time will aggravate the pain. Preferably keep the legs horizontal while sitting by placing the feet on another chair while sitting. 3. Also do elevate your legs while sleeping by placing a pillow under the leg. Ankle flares are quite common in pregnancy which are over the ankle. They occur due to relaxation of blood vessel wall by progesterone action. They may worsen in 2nd and 3rd trimester by forming varicose veins. The advice given previously will help preventing it too. Also would suggest you to preferential sleep in left lateral position. Hyperpigmentation involving the face and hands is normal pregnancy manifestation known as chloasma. There is no cause for concern. Also would advise you to get your Hemoglobin level checked to rule out anemia. I hope it helped In case you require any further assistance,will be glad to assist you. Take care Best Regards Dr Deepak Kishore MBBS,MS, MCH

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Brief Answer: coconut oil application Detailed Answer: Namasthe Greetings of the day local application of coconut oil will be very helpful to manage itching. I suggest you not to take Benadryl. Instead Cetrizine can be safely taken for severe itching. I hope it helped In case you require any further assistance, will be glad to assist you. Take care Best Regards Dr Deepak Kishore

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