Itchy Feet During Pregnancy, Is it Normal? Let's Find Out

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"Feet Often Itch During Pregnancy, Is it Normal? Let's Find Out"

Dream - Pregnancy is a challenging time for mothers. Not only do they have to pay attention to the health and development of the fetus, but they also have to deal with uncomfortable pregnancy conditions. One of them is itching in the legs.

Itchy Feet During Pregnancy, Is it Normal? Let's Find Out

Experiencing itching on the feet during pregnancy is actually a common and harmless occurrence. Indeed, in some cases, the itching sensation can worsen to the point where the mother continuously scratches her feet. The effects include peeling, inflammation, stinging, and even bleeding of the skin on the feet. If this is the case, immediate consultation with a dermatologist is necessary.

"Why Do Feet Itch During Pregnancy?"

Itching on the feet experienced by some pregnant women can be caused by several factors, namely hormones, excessive sweating production, skin conditions such as psoriasis or inflammation of the skin. There is no need to panic if your feet are extremely itchy during pregnancy.

"The hormonal changes during pregnancy can affect the nerve endings in the feet or hands, making them more sensitive and prone to itching. In fact, this condition can be slightly worse if someone has had previous nerve-related issues."

According to Cindy M. Duke, MD, an obstetrician and gynecologist specialist.

Apart from fluctuating pregnancy hormones, itching on the legs can also be caused by the stretching of the skin due to pregnancy. This leads to dry skin and loss of moisture, which then causes itching.

Usually, the itching sensation in the feet during this pregnancy can also be caused by other more serious factors, such as cholestasis. Cholestasis in pregnant women is a condition where pregnancy hormones affect bile flow, ultimately disrupting liver function. As a result, there is a buildup of bile in the liver and blood flow, causing itching in the feet and hands. Don't underestimate this condition. This is because cholestasis can be very dangerous for the unborn baby. If a mother experiences this, immediately consult a doctor to receive appropriate treatment.

"Beware of Cholestasis"

"For cholestasis, it tends to occur towards the end of pregnancy and can be felt throughout the body, not just in the hands and feet. The level of itchiness tends to fluctuate. Itching due to cholestasis often worsens at night, which then causes sleep disturbances."

"Besides the itching sensation in the hands and feet, there are still several other symptoms of cholestasis, such as nausea, fatigue, loss of appetite, dark-colored urine, as well as pain in the upper right abdomen."

Neha Singla Jani, DPM, AACFAS, a foot disease specialist at Northern Illinois Foot & Ankle Specialists.

The following is the translation of the given 'Bahasa' text to 'English' while preserving any html tags: "What pregnant women also need to know is that the level of itchiness is not related to the severity of cholestasis. If the itching sensation on the legs is very bothersome, do not delay in consulting a doctor. Report by Marha Adani/ Source: Verywell Family"

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