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Glossary Atopic Eruption of Pregnancy

itchy, inflamed skin condition occurring during pregnancy

Atopic Eruption of Pregnancy (AEP) is a common skin condition that occurs during pregnancy, characterized by itchy, red, and inflamed patches of skin. It encompasses several related conditions, including eczema in pregnancy, prurigo of pregnancy, and pruritic folliculitis of pregnancy. AEP typically appears in the first or second trimester and is thought to be related to changes in the immune system during pregnancy. Treatment often involves topical steroids and moisturizers to manage symptoms.

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research Skin eruptions specific to pregnancy: an overview

6 citations , September 2013 in “The Obstetrician & Gynaecologist”

This article reviews the physiological skin changes and unique dermatoses in pregnancy, discussing their causes and management, but reports no new clinical findings.

research Dermatoses of Pregnancy - Clues to Diagnosis, Fetal Risk and Therapy

88 citations , January 2011 in “Annals of Dermatology”

This review discusses the reclassification of pregnancy-related skin diseases and provides a management algorithm but reports no new clinical findings.

research Skin disease in pregnancy

34 citations , June 2014 in “The BMJ”

This study found that children with intracranial injuries had significantly lower odds of achieving satisfactory early academic performance compared to those without head injuries.

research Dermatoses of pregnancy

33 citations , August 2006 in “Journal der Deutschen Dermatologischen Gesellschaft”

Pregnancy can cause specific skin conditions that need correct diagnosis and treatment to protect both mother and baby.

Pregnancy and Skin: Changes and Dermatoses

research Pregnancy and Skin

26 citations , June 2012 in “The Journal of Obstetrics and Gynecology of India”

This review discusses various skin changes during pregnancy, noting that while most are benign and resolve after childbirth, some may require careful medical management for the safety of the mother and fetus; it reports no new results.

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