Really Itchy

[Matryoshka]

I've been feeling really itchy recently and its getting worse. I didn't have this last time but i know the skin can become more sensitive. Is this normal? Its really annoying.

[jaspen]

it could be normal - you do get itchy and I was certainly itchier with my second than my first - but it can also be a sign of different conditions associated with pregnancy I believe so it may be worth getting checked out with a middie or GP.

[Alan]

In most cases it is normal but there are a couple of problems that can cause itchy skin. I would suggest that you get it checked

[Alina0210]

I had a condition call PUPPS (can google it).. itchy stretch marks, i used to scratch them in my sleep until they bleed. Ice packs and cold flannels helped and cream/lotions can actually make it worse...

[Matryoshka]

The itchiness is all over my body, i guess i'll make a dr's appointment.

[ShootingStar]

I got an itchy belly kinda under where my boobs are with DS.. it kinda would sting a little.. but i was quite far long. Best to just get it checked i guess hun.

[Matryoshka]

I couldn't get through at the dr's today, i'll try again tomorrow. I'm hoping its just the heat or something simple.

[Alan]

It is probably the heat but I stl think you should get it checked just to be on the safe side

[Bathsheba]

Just as long as it's not intense itchiness on the palms of your hands and the soles of your feet. I had that, as you might recall, it's called Cholestasis. Sounds as though your issue is different. I mainly mentioned it incase other itchy mums read this thread... if you have itchy hands and feet see your doctor immediately! it's a high risk situation.

[Alan]

Well said Bathsheba