Skin Disorders Associated with Pregnancy Flashcards
1
Q
how does atopic eruption of pregnancy present?
A
eczematous, itchy red rash
2
Q
what is the most common skin disorder found in pregnancy?
A
atopic eruption of pregnancy
3
Q
how is atopic eruption of pregnancy treated?
A
no specific treatment needed
4
Q
what is polymorphic eruption of pregnancy?
A
pruritic condition associated with last trimester
5
Q
how does polymorphic eruption of pregnancy present?
A
- last trimester
- itching
- lesions often first appear in abdominal striae
6
Q
how is polymorphic eruption of pregnancy managed?
A
- emollients
- mild potency topical steroids
- oral steroids
7
Q
what is pemphigoid gestationis?
A
pruritic blistering lesions
8
Q
how does pemphigoid gestationis present?
A
- pruritis blistering lesions
- peri-umbilical region –> spreading to the rest of body
- 2nd or 3rd trimester
9
Q
how is pemphigoid gestationis managed?
A
oral corticosteroids
