Atopic eruption of pregnancy

Question 1

Atopic eruption of pregnancy

Answer 1

• Also known as prurito gestationis or eczema in pregnancy or pruritic folliculitis of pregnancy
• Most common dermatosis
• 80 % cases first occurrence in pregnancy

Question 2

Incidence of atopic eruption of pregnancy

Answer 2

1 : 300

Question 3

Timing of symptoms of atopic eruption of pregnancy

Answer 3

• Second and third trimester, but may also occur as early as the first trimester

Question 4

Symptoms of atopic eruption of pregnancy

Answer 4

Erythematous, excoriated nodules or papules on the face, neck, chest and extensor surfaces of the limbs and trunk

Question 5

Treatment of atopic eruption of pregnancy

Answer 5

Oatmeal baths, emollients, topical antipruritics