Is it okay to itch a lot during pregnancy?

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Pregnant women with itching all over the body or in each area during pregnancy is a common symptom. This condition often makes pregnant women feel uncomfortable, even afraid, is it dangerous to be itchy during pregnancy?

1. What causes itchiness during pregnancy?

Itching during pregnancy is a common condition in many pregnant women because this is when a woman's body has many physical and psychological changes, specifically:
Immune system and hormones in the body change. The fetus grows inside the uterus, stretching, dilating, and even causing dry skin. Pregnant women have dermatological diseases such as urticaria, allergies. Itching during pregnancy can be recognized by signs such as:
Redness and itching in the palms and feet. Rash or itching all over. Stretch marks cause itching on the breasts, abdomen, thighs, buttocks (usually appearing in late pregnancy).

2. Is itchiness during pregnancy dangerous?

Usually, itching during pregnancy is not dangerous and does not affect the fetus.
Pregnant women with itching often feel uncomfortable and tired, especially in the last months of pregnancy when the fetus grows rapidly in size, or itches during pregnancy when the weather is hot and sweaty. . The condition, itching causes pregnant women to scratch and scratch on the skin, so it can be unsightly.

However, pregnant women can rest assured that these itching does not last long and usually stops after giving birth. In case of itching during pregnancy accompanied by other abnormalities or symptoms, pregnant women should immediately go to a medical facility to be examined and checked by a specialist doctor:
Pregnant mother has itching all over her body. with jaundice: This may be a sign that pregnant women are cholestasis of pregnancy in the liver. Bile fluid accumulates, stagnates in the liver and causes body itching, burning pain and redness due to scratching and scratching. Pregnant women with itching accompanied by scaly skin lesions: This may be a manifestation of other dermatological diseases such as psoriasis, eczema, ... Pregnant mother has a rash with fever: This may be a manifestation of Chickenpox or herpes virus disease... Pregnant women have itching accompanied by burning in the vaginal area: This may be a manifestation of sexually transmitted diseases or a vaginal yeast infection, bacteria.

3. Itching during pregnancy what to do?

There are also some measures to help limit stretch marks during pregnancy, however, in case of stretch marks and itching, to avoid hurting the pregnant mother's skin, it should be noted:
Limit scratching: Scratching a lot will make the mother I feel more itchy. Instead of scratching, pregnant women can use a cool, warm towel or pack to apply or apply to the itchy skin. Moisturizing skin and preventing stretch marks: Itching during pregnancy due to dry skin, stretch marks can be overcome and prevented by using essential oils, natural gels such as almond oil, coconut oil, sunflower oil. positive. However, when applying cream on the abdomen, pregnant women should apply it gently to avoid stimulating and contracting the uterus. Pregnant women also limit bathing with hot water for a long time, avoid using strong scrubbing tools on the skin to relieve itching because it can dry the skin.

Maintain body hygiene: To keep the body clean, to help soothe itching during pregnancy, pregnant women should choose a shower gel that does not irritate the skin and has a suitable pH. Avoid using skin products with a high concentration of soude, which can cause more itching due to skin irritation. Pregnant women can soak in green tea water to soothe the itching. Maintain vaginal hygiene: Vaginal infections during pregnancy are very dangerous because they can affect the fetus. Therefore, pregnant women need to pay attention to keep the intimate area clean and dry, avoiding moisture. It is possible to use feminine hygiene solutions with appropriate pH and avoid abuse so as not to affect the vaginal environment, creating conditions for bacteria and fungi to grow. Washing the intimate area with fresh tea leaves is also a way to relieve itching.
Limit exposure to dust, smoke, allergens: Itching during pregnancy can be worse when the damaged skin is exposed to allergens that can cause itching. Eat nutritious food, drink enough water every day: Pregnant women should increase foods rich in vitamins (vitamins A, D, ...), minerals, and fiber to ensure pregnancy nutrition. Besides, it is necessary to avoid foods that contain a lot of spices, spicy such as pepper, chili, ... can make itching during pregnancy more uncomfortable. Gentle exercise: Regular physical activity with simple movements such as walking during pregnancy will help improve blood circulation. Wear cotton clothes: pregnant women should choose clothes with soft, airy, good absorbent cotton material, not causing irritation to the skin. Should choose light-colored clothes to avoid absorbing heat when outside in the sun. Itching during pregnancy usually does not affect the fetus, except in cases of itching caused by diseases such as cholestasis, chickenpox, and viral skin diseases. Therefore, pregnant women need to have regular antenatal check-ups, as soon as they notice abnormal signs to be examined and consulted on pregnancy health in a timely manner.

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