Antenatal Care - Polymorphic Eruption of Pregnancy

Question 1

Clinical Features of Polymorphic Eruption of Pregnancy (3).

Answer 1

Starts on Abdomen with Striae (Stretch Marks) :
1. Urticarial Papules (Raised Itchy Lumps).
2. Wheals (Raised Itchy Areas of Skin).
3. Plaques (Larger Inflamed Areas of Skin).

Question 2

Timeline of Polymorphic Eruption of Pregnancy (2).

Answer 2

1. Starts in Trimester 3.
2. Resolves with End of Pregnancy and Delivery.

Question 3

Management of Polymorphic Eruption of Pregnancy (4).

Answer 3

1. Topical Emollients.
2. Topical Steroids.
3. Oral Antihistamines.
4. Oral Steroids (SEVERE).