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    GlossaryPolymorphic Eruption of Pregnancy (PUPPP)

    itchy, red skin rash occurring in late pregnancy

    Polymorphic Eruption of Pregnancy (PEP), also known as Pruritic Urticarial Papules and Plaques of Pregnancy (PUPPP), is a common skin condition that occurs in pregnant women, typically in the third trimester. It is characterized by itchy, red, raised bumps and larger patches that usually start on the abdomen and can spread to other parts of the body. While uncomfortable, PEP is not harmful to the mother or baby and usually resolves on its own after delivery.

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      Dermatoses of Pregnancy

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      208 citations, July 2001 in “Journal of The American Academy of Dermatology”
      Pregnancy can cause various skin changes and diseases, with PUPPP being the most common skin condition specific to pregnancy.
      Pregnancy and the Skin

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      36 citations, April 1990 in “Dermatologic Clinics”
      Most pregnant women experience skin changes like darkening and stretch marks, and some may have skin conditions that usually get better after giving birth.
      Pregnancy and Skin: Changes and Dermatoses

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      26 citations, June 2012 in “The Journal of Obstetrics and Gynecology of India”
      Most skin changes during pregnancy are harmless and temporary, but some can risk the fetus and need careful treatment.
      Pregnancy's Effects on the Skin

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      13 citations, June 1984 in “Postgraduate Medicine”
      Pregnancy can cause various skin changes, including pigmentation, acne, and stretch marks, and may affect preexisting skin conditions.
      Skin Diseases in Pregnancy

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      1 citations, January 2000 in “Springer eBooks”
      Pregnancy can cause various skin changes and diseases, requiring careful treatment to protect the baby.

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