My doctor told me that while mild stretching skin itching is fine and can be managed with cold showers and moisturizers, severe itching on the palms and soles of the feet can indicate a liver issue called ICP. So, please mention it to your gynecologist so they can run a bile acid test if needed.
My belly was itching so much, probably because it was stretching from all the extra food I was enjoying! I found that putting cold aloe vera gel helped soothe it. But honestly, if it's very severe, skip the home remedies and ask your doctor.
Keep your skin hydrated. Use a heavy-duty, fragrance-free moisturizer or shea butter twice a day. However, if the itching is intense and on your palms/soles, don't ignore it—call your doctor immediately to rule out any liver issues.
I panicked so much when my belly started itching like crazy in the 7th month! I thought it was some severe liver issue, but my doctor reassured me it was just my skin stretching. Applying lots of virgin coconut oil helped so much.
I’ve heard so many women talk about itchy skin during pregnancy. Is it true that we should avoid scratching to prevent stretch marks? Also, if it gets too severe, I read we must report it to the doctor immediately.
Mild itching from stretching skin is common, but you must be careful. If you experience intense itching, especially on your hands and feet without a rash, please consult your doctor as it could be a condition called cholestasis. Always take a doctor’s guidance.
If it's just mild itching on the belly, apply cheap coconut oil or simple petroleum jelly right after bathing to keep it moisturized. But if you have severe itching on palms and feet, tell your gynac immediately because they might need to do an LFT (liver function test) which can be a bit costly but is absolutely necessary for safety.
During my pregnancy, I had mild itching on my stomach and used to apply warm olive oil. But please remember, if the itching is severe and keeping you awake at night, it's not normal. Please consult your doctor to ensure everything is fine.
Yaar, actually itching is so irritating during pregnancy! I used to put cold lactocalamine or raw aloe vera gel, it gave instant relief. Just don't scratch with your nails or you'll get bad stretch marks.
Haan na, itching is very annoying! Just apply cold milk or pure coconut oil ghar pe, skin soft rahegi. But if the itching is too much, especially on hands and feet, please gynac ko dikhao na.
