skin disorders associated with pregnancy Flashcards
1
Q
what is the commonest skin disorder found in pregnancy?
A
atopic eruption of pregnancy
2
Q
what is the presentation of atopic eruption of pregnancy?
A
an eczematous, itchy red rash.
3
Q
mx of atopic eruption of pregnancy
A
none
4
Q
when does polymorphic eruption of pregnancy occur?
A
last trimester
5
Q
what is the presentation of polymorphic eruption of pregnancy?
A
lesions often first appear in abdominal striae
6
Q
what is the management of polymorphic eruption of pregnancy?
A
- emollients
- mild potency topical steroids
- oral steroids
7
Q
how does pemphigoid gestationis present?
A
pruritic blistering lesions
develop in peri-umbilical region, later spreading to the trunk, back, buttocks and arms
presents 2nd or 3rd trimester and is rarely seen in the first pregnancy
8
Q
mx of pemphigoid gestationis
A
oral corticosteroids
