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    GlossaryPruritus Gravidarum

    intense itching during pregnancy, often without a visible rash

    Pruritus Gravidarum is a condition characterized by intense itching during pregnancy, often without a visible rash. It is typically caused by hormonal changes and the stretching of the skin, but can also be associated with liver conditions like intrahepatic cholestasis of pregnancy (ICP).

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      Physiological Changes in the Skin During Pregnancy

      research Physiological Changes in the Skin During Pregnancy

      96 citations, January 1997 in “Clinics in Dermatology”
      Pregnancy can cause skin pigmentation, stretch marks, and changes in hair, nails, and sweat glands, with most resolving after birth.
      Pregnancy and Skin: Changes and Dermatoses

      research Pregnancy and Skin: Changes and Dermatoses

      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

      research Pregnancy's Effects on the Skin

      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.
      A Screening Study on Dermatoses in Pregnancy

      research A Screening Study on Dermatoses in Pregnancy

      9 citations, January 2017 in “Journal of Clinical and Diagnostic Research”
      Most pregnant women experience skin changes, mainly increased pigmentation, and some develop pregnancy-related skin conditions and infections.

      research Cutaneous Manifestations in Pregnancy

      September 2018 in “Obsgyne Review Journal of Obstetric and Gynecology of Siddharth Health Research and Social Welfare Society”
      Pregnant women often experience a variety of skin problems, including pigmentation changes and stretch marks.
      Obstetric Dermatology

      research Obstetric Dermatology

      January 2009 in “Springer eBooks”
      The document concludes that managing skin conditions during pregnancy is important and requires specialized care.
      Skin Problems in Pregnancy

      research Skin Problems in Pregnancy

      December 2004 in “Medicine”
      Pregnancy can cause skin changes and may affect pre-existing skin conditions, with some treatments not safe for use during pregnancy.
      Pruritic Urticarial Papules and Plaques of Pregnancy

      research Pruritic Urticarial Papules and Plaques of Pregnancy

      6 citations, September 1990 in “International Journal of Gynecology & Obstetrics”
      The skin condition PUPP usually gets better on its own after giving birth and is unlikely to happen again in future pregnancies.
      Physiologic Skin Changes in Pregnancy

      research Physiologic Skin Changes in Pregnancy

      141 citations, January 1984 in “Journal of The American Academy of Dermatology”
      Pregnancy can cause skin darkening, varicose veins, more sweating, hair growth, hair loss after birth, nail changes, and gum inflammation.
      Skin Diseases in Pregnancy

      research Skin Diseases in Pregnancy

      34 citations, June 2014 in “The BMJ”
      Pregnancy can change skin disease severity, with some conditions improving and others worsening, and treatment should balance benefits and fetal safety.
      Dermatoses of Pregnancy

      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.
      Skin Diseases in Pregnancy

      research Skin Diseases in Pregnancy

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

      research Dermatoses of Pregnancy

      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.
      Skin Eruptions Specific to Pregnancy: An Overview

      research Skin Eruptions Specific to Pregnancy: An Overview

      6 citations, September 2013 in “The Obstetrician & Gynaecologist”
      Pregnancy can cause unique skin issues, some of which may risk the mother and baby's health and need careful treatment.
      Physiological and Biological Skin Changes in Pregnancy

      research Physiological and Biological Skin Changes in Pregnancy

      71 citations, February 2006 in “Clinics in Dermatology”
      Pregnancy causes skin changes like darkening, hair thickening, nail changes, and increased risk of skin growths, most of which usually resolve after birth.
      Physiological Changes and Dermatoses of Pregnancy

      research Physiological Changes and Dermatoses of Pregnancy

      24 citations, June 2011 in “International Journal of Dermatology”
      Most pregnant women experience skin changes like darkening and itching, while serious skin conditions are rare but need early treatment.
      Physiologic Skin Changes Associated With Pregnancy

      research Physiologic Skin Changes Associated With Pregnancy

      64 citations, June 1992 in “International Journal of Dermatology”
      Pregnancy often causes skin changes like darkening, stretch marks, and hair growth, which may improve after childbirth.
      Skin Disease in Pregnancy

      research Skin Disease in Pregnancy

      24 citations, March 2015 in “Best Practice & Research in Clinical Obstetrics & Gynaecology”
      Some skin conditions are common during pregnancy and can be safely treated without affecting the pregnancy outcome.
      Common Dermatologic Conditions

      research Common Dermatologic Conditions

      14 citations, April 2014 in “Medical Clinics of North America”
      The document concludes that quick referral and appropriate treatments are crucial for managing common skin conditions and preventing permanent damage.