What helps eczema during pregnancy ?

 People  with  eczema may experience  flare ups during pregnancy  or may find their symptoms disappear completely . People have eczema  may develop symptoms as a result of pregnancy . Eczema is an umbrella term for several skin  conditions that can cause color changes , itchiness , and infants to older adults . Common types of eczema include atopic dermatitis , contact dermatitis , and seborrheic dermatitis . Some people who have a common type of eczema may experience a change in their symptoms during  pregnancy . 



How common is eczema during pregnancy ? 

It is unclear how many people develop eczema accounts for one third to one half of all dermatitis cases during pregnancy . The national eczema association females   are more  likely to experience eczema than  males . It is nearly  equally common in people  of all skin colors, races and ethnicities. it is slightly more common in Native  American  and Asian or pacific  islanders . 

What are the symptoms of eczema pregnancy ?



While eczema symptoms can be painful and uncomfortable , eczema is not dangerous to the baby , and it is not contagious . 
The symptoms of eczema can include :
- itchy skin 
- rough or scaly patches that can ooze or crust 
- skin that is dry, sensitive or inflamed 
The majority of people with eczema during pregnancy with develop lesion on the creases of the joints , such as elbow , knees and ankles . about one third will develop lesion on their trunk or limbs . People with light colored skin , eczema patches may appear  darker than the surrounding skin, or have a brown or purple hue . Some people have severe symptoms that prevent them from doing some everyday activities , while others find their symptoms are very mild and not bothersome . 


How to treat eczema during pregnancy ? 

Treating eczema during pregnancy can be challenging . This is because many of the medication can harm the developing fetus. it may also depend on the type of eczema  a person has . 
there are several relatively safe options , including :



- it appears that mild to moderate steroid creams  are safe to use during pregnancy . They can help relieve itching and other symptoms when applied to the affected skin . 
- Since a person with AEP  may have an overactive immune system , anthistamines may be able to help . Doctors  commonly prescribed  loratadine  or cetirizine . 
- Some research  has shown  that UVB light has helped to reduce the symptoms of ezcema , epecially  when steroids have not been effective . similar to topical steroids , UVB light is safe during pregnancy . 

When these treatments are not effective , other options include :
  •  strong topical steroids 
  •  oral steroids 
  •  cyclosporine and others medication that suppress the immune system 
It is important for people to have a detailed discussion with a doctor about the risk and benefits of taking them during pregnancy . 

Home Remedies  vs  Natural Remedies :



HOME REMEDIES :

Home remedies can bevery effective in managing some of the discomforts associated with eczema . 
Some home remedies a person can try include :

- Moisturizing  regularly  using moisturizers and emollients is crucial  when treating eczema . Choose a gentle , scent - free , and hypoallergenic  lotion . 
- Taking warm showers  can dry out the skin . Switch to lukewarm  water instead , and moisturize immediately after getting out of the shower or bath. 
- Avoiding wearing anything too tight or form - fitting . tight clothing can hold in heat and irritate the skin . a person can also choose natural fibers , suvh as cotton . 
- These products can aggravate eczema . Switch to organic and gentle  ones thta are hypoallergenic also wish to  use gentler detergents , makeup products and perfumes . 
- In addition to being healthy for the body and growing baby, drinking enough water  is essential for good skin health . 

NATURAL  REMEDIES :

Some people choose to juse natural remedies to control their symptoms , including : 

Coconut Oil :  coconut oil is a natural moisturizer emollient known to reduce inflammation . People can use it as a lotion and apply it directly  to  irritated  or itchy  skin . 

Dietary changes  : some foods can increase  inflammation in the body , including  the skin .  Also eating  mostly whole, unprocessed foods is good advice for anyone , particularly preqnant people . 

Probiotics : There are healthy  strains of bacteria  all over tye bosy , including the skin and gut. Probiotics may help prevent eczema in some pregnant people , although more research is needed to confirm this link . 




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