Pregnancy Related Rashes Flashcards
What are common rashes in pregnancy?
Polymorphic eruption of pregnancy
Atopic eruption of pregnancy
Pemphigoid gestationis
When does polymorphic eruption of pregnancy start?
3rd trimester
What are features of polymorphic eruption of pregnancy?
Urticarial papules on abdomen
Itchy
How is polymorphic eruption of pregnancy managed?
Topical emollients
Topical steroids
What is atopic eruption of pregnancy?
Eczema that flares in pregnancy
When does atopic eruption of pregnancy appear?
1st/2nd trimester
What is pemphigoid gestationis?
Autoimmune condition - antibodies to placental tissue
Antibodies attack connection between dermis and epidermis
What are features of pemphigoid gestationis?
Itchy papular rash -> bulla
Starts around umbilicus
How is pemphigoid gestationis managed?
Topical emollients
Topical steroids