I am in my second trimester and I keep scratching my body all day. What's happening? Is this normal?

Itching might be due to the increased blood supply to the skin and also because the skin on your abdomen is stretching. If you have itching: - Regularly apply an unscented lotion or moisturiser. - Wear clothing that is loose and comfortable and is less likely to irritate the skin. - Try to wear clothing made of natural fibers, such as cotton, which are more breathable than synthetic materials. - You may find that calamine lotion helps, but do ask your doctor before using it. If you experience more severe itching, it is important to consult your physician. Your doctor may perform a set of liver function tests (LFTs).

It is normal for your skin around your tummy area to itch when you are pregnant, as your skin begins to stretch to accommodate the growing baby. Also, hormonal imbalance can dry out the skin, leading to itchiness. However, if you are feeling severe itching and all over the body, it could be a case of intrahepatic cholestasis, a type of liver condition. Please visit the doctor immediately as in severe cases the condition can also lead to stillbirth. Read up more about it here http://www.nhs.uk/conditions/pregnancy-and-baby/pages/itching-obstetric-cholestasis-pregnant.aspx

Omg. Same here. Sa dibdib tsaka sa tiyan may mga pantal pantal parang mga kagat ng lamok. Considerable pa na kagat ng lamok yung nasa paa ko pero sa dibdib and tiyan malabo. Halos buong katawan ko na rin nangangati. Lalo na sa dibdib. Hinihimas himas ko lang naman with soap while naliligo para mawala yung kati pero nasusugatan siya. Hoho. Normal lang ba talaga yun? Kasi sabi ng mama ko ganyan daw talaga.

If there’s visible rash mark, especially on your belly and spreading to whole body (except for face), this could be PUPP. If there’s no rash at all, the itching worsen at night time, and especially your palm and sole are very itchy, it could be Cholestasis. Blood test is needed to confirm it. Both needs to be reported to your gynae, he would prescribed meds for it and manage your condition.

same here 14 weeks pregnant.. sa first pregnancy ko Hindi ako nagka stretch marks baka this time magkaron na😅nkakamot ko minsan.. gawa ko pinudpod ko nalang mga kuko ko sa daliri 😅😅...nung sa first pregnancy ko mangiyak ngiyak ako nuon sa Kati lalo na sa tummy ko.. pinipigilan ako ni hubby kamutin tyan ko eh. gawa nya hinihimas himas nalang nya tyan ko tapos maya2 Wala na ung Kati..

I have found that showering/bathing in extreme hot water tends to dry skin. Maybe also try changing the soap you use. Sometimes it dries out the skin. Dehydration can also be a sign of skin irritation and dry patches. When your skin is dehydrated it creates more oil to make up for the missing water. This can cause breakouts, irritation and dry patches.

yes get it checked out at your doctor's, it could just be from the skin stretching or it can be a sign of obstetric cholestasis. FYI some links from government websites in Australia and UK. https://www.pregnancybirthbaby.org.au/itching-during-pregnancy https://www.nhs.uk/pregnancy/related-conditions/complications/itching-and-intrahepatic-cholestasis/

Could be due to hormonal changes? Skin becomes dries and due to the stretch. Do you apply any body lotion or oil? I strtd applying when i knew im pregnant. You can try to apply oil and see if it works if it doesnt then its best to seek a gynae for advice. Or could be that you are allergy to certain food that you may have eatn.and not realising it.

It is normal. Your hormones are at its peak. Try also to avoid foods rich in histamine like chicken and eggs, and such seafoods and vegetables, it can help lessen the itchiness. Also choose your detergent that are Phosphate-free and bath soap that is hypoallergenic, it will help. Scrutinise every product you use at your body

Same experience po. I'm on my second trimester. Ang kati kati ng buong katawan ko. Kung high blood sugar ako ibig sabihin kailangan magbawas ng mga matatamis po? Pati po ba rice? Ang payat ko pa naman. Nahirapan ako sa first trimester hindi ako nakakain ng maayos. Bumagsak buong katawan dahil sa selan.