Patient's question:
What is the reason for the red spots on my abdomen during pregnancy? Doctor, I am 18 weeks pregnant and have recently noticed some red spots on my abdomen. They don't itch, and I don't know what they are. Is there any impact?Doctor's answer:
Hello, first of all, try to maintain a regular lifestyle. Shower frequently to keep your skin clean and avoid spicy and irritating foods. Secondly, corticosteroids can be effective in treating severe pruritic gestational rashes and can reduce the occurrence of stillbirths. Pregnant women should use the medication for as short a duration as possible, and corticosteroids should not be used near the time of delivery.Additionally, for itching, local skin applications can be used. Medications such as glycerin/sodium chloride (compound glycerin) lotion and calamine lotion are suitable. Antihistamines can also be used, commonly including oral diphenhydramine and chlorpheniramine.