Sign-in to Ask A Doctor - 24x7
OR
Sign in with GoogleGet your health question answered instantly from our pool of 18000+ doctors from over 80 specialties
Itchy Red Spots On Body Parts During Pregnancy. Is It Normal. How To Get Relief?
Hi, I m 15 weeks pregnant and I have theses hive like itchy red spots on my arms, back,thighs and sides my question is is this normal or should I go see a dermatologisthing? Also if normal what can I take to relieve itching? My OB says its ok to take Benedryl , but I have heard that it may decrease your amniotic fluid Is this true? Thank you, Candice
Fri, 2 Aug 2013
Hello,
Thanks for the query.
Itching and skin rash is very common in pregnancy.
It is called as pruritus of pregnancy.
Dont worry its not a severe thing.
Just use calamine lotion.
You will get relief.
Please meet a dermatologist for exact diagnosis.
Let me know if you have any other doubt.
you can ask a direct question to me on this forum, following the below link.
http://www.healthcaremagic.com/doctors/dr-rahul-kumar/64818
Wishing you a good health.
Thank you
Thanks for the query.
Itching and skin rash is very common in pregnancy.
It is called as pruritus of pregnancy.
Dont worry its not a severe thing.
Just use calamine lotion.
You will get relief.
Please meet a dermatologist for exact diagnosis.
Let me know if you have any other doubt.
you can ask a direct question to me on this forum, following the below link.
http://www.healthcaremagic.com/doctors/dr-rahul-kumar/64818
Wishing you a good health.
Thank you
I find this answer helpful
Note: Hope the answers resolves your concerns, however for further guidance of skin related queries consult our Dermatologist.Click here to book a consultation
Disclaimer: These answers are for your information only and not intended to replace your relationship with your treating physician.
This is a short, free answer.
For a more detailed, immediate answer, try our premium service
[Sample answer]
Related questions you may be interested in
Recent questions on Amniotic fluid
Loading Online Doctors....