What are abnormal skin conditions in pregnancy?
Skin disorders that occur during pregnancy can be: • rashes specific to pregnancy, called specific dermatoses (skin disorders) of pregnancy. • non-specific rashes that could occur at any time. • itching without rash. These disorders can cause harm to mother and baby, so seek medical advice if you spot any skin changes that seem abnormal. Itching without rash can be normal or abnormal in pregnancy. Advice should be sought if itching occurs after the first trimester (three months) of pregnancy, or if it keeps getting worse.
