Ms. Chen is a 28 week pregnant expectant mother. Half a month ago, she noticed a small red bump on her abdomen at the stretch mark, and the itching was unbearable. She couldn't sleep soundly all night. Ms. Chen's family bought anti itch ointment, but she was afraid it would affect the fetus and dared not use it.

I'm almost tortured to death by these small bumps. It's really unbearable for ordinary people to have them erupt. I want to have my skin cut off, "Ms. Chen complained to the reporter. Helpless, she went to the Dermatology Department of Henan Provincial Traditional Chinese Medicine Hospital for treatment. After examination, it was found that the red bumps causing itching were actually urticaria.

Red rashes accompanied by diarrhea and vomiting should be alert to urticaria

Fang Yufu, chief physician of the Dermatology Department at Henan Provincial Hospital of Traditional Chinese Medicine, introduced that urticaria is one of the common allergic skin diseases in daily life. When the body comes into contact with one or more allergens, it may trigger urticaria. In addition to people with allergies, asthma, and chronic rhinitis, pregnant women are also a high-risk group for urticaria.

When the patient falls ill, there will be large and irregular red rashes on the surface of the skin, similar to mosquito bites, which are extremely itchy. In addition, some patients also experience symptoms such as diarrhea, vomiting, palpitations, difficulty breathing, and limb weakness.

The rash on Ms. Chen's body is a typical symptom of urticaria during pregnancy, which often occurs in primiparous women and is more common in the area of stretch marks. It causes unbearable itching and is a common skin disease during pregnancy. The rash first appears in the abdomen and then spreads to the trunk and limbs.

Generally speaking, pregnant women who experience mild physical discomfort during pregnancy may choose not to take medication in order to avoid affecting the fetus and wait for the body to heal on its own. Although this is for the health of the baby, severe urticaria can lead to extensive skin ulceration, which not only affects appearance, but also causes unbearable itching and heavy mental burden on the mother's back. Fang Yufu said that if pregnant women suffer from urticaria during pregnancy, especially when it becomes unbearable, they must seek medical attention in a timely manner, control symptoms with medication, and get through the acute phase of urticaria. Generally, doctors will give pregnant women drugs with high safety, and pregnant women can use them with confidence.

Four methods to alleviate urticaria during pregnancy

How can expectant mothers alleviate urticaria during pregnancy? Fang Yufu proposed the following suggestions:

Avoid scratching the affected area. Pregnant women should avoid scratching the affected area, as scratching the skin can easily cause damage and lead to infection. If pregnant women take anti infective drugs due to skin infections, it may affect the health of the fetus.

Pay attention to medication. If urticaria occurs and the condition is severe and unbearable, pregnant women should not blindly use medication, especially some unverified small folk remedies. They should seek medical attention at a regular hospital's dermatology department and use drugs that do not affect the fetus under the guidance of a doctor.

Maintain a happy mood. The anxiety during pregnancy not only exacerbates the condition, but also affects the fetus in the womb. After being diagnosed with urticaria, one should actively learn about urticaria related knowledge and cooperate with doctors for treatment. Participate in more entertainment activities in daily life, distract attention, and alleviate the discomfort caused by urticaria.

Pay attention to your diet. After suffering from urticaria during pregnancy, it is recommended to have a light diet and eat more foods rich in vitamin C, such as spinach, broccoli, oranges, lemons, and other fresh fruits and vegetables. Common and allergenic foods such as seafood, nuts, and caffeine should be avoided as much as possible. Eggs, milk, mushrooms, bamboo shoots, etc. should be eaten appropriately according to one's own situation. Pay attention to recording any adverse reactions after eating regularly, and promptly detect and stay away from allergens. Reporter Liang Lulu