Warm showers, lotion application, and gentle massages can sometimes help to ease the discomfort.
Intrahepatic cholestasis of pregnancy (IHP), also known as cholestasis, is a condition that can be brought on by pregnancy-related hormonal changes. For most women, the first symptom is itching. Additionally, some people report upper abdominal pain, nausea, vomiting, or yellowing of the skin or eyes.
Early on in pregnancy, when hormonal changes can cause morning sickness symptoms like nausea and vomiting, stomach or abdominal pain is more common. Stomach discomfort typically disappears around 20 weeks into the second trimester.
In late pregnancy, minor problems like gas or constipation are frequently the cause of upper abdominal pain. However, it might also indicate a more serious issue, like liver issues. It may also signal the start of contractions.
Abdominal pain may return in the third trimester as the uterus starts to squeeze the organs. Heartburn or the sensation that their stomach skin is stretching are common among women.
What causes sensitive skin during pregnancy?
Your raging hormones increase your sensitivity to things that ordinarily wouldn’t bother you, like sunlight, heat, detergents, chlorine, and even some foods.
Some body parts may react due to dryness and flakiness, while others may do so due to heat rash or an outside irritant. Additionally, eczema flare-ups during pregnancy are possible (or, if you’re extremely fortunate, a nine-month respite).