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Itching in pregnancy

2021-05-28 11:15:08
I am 18 week pregnant and have mild to moderate itching all over my body especially half back and legs and belly..it itches more in heat and sweat..used coconut, vitamin e oils and aloevera gel but it provides temporary relief. Is it normal or any test should be done? Please suggest what to do?
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You need to get your liver function test done. There is something called obstetric cholestasis which needs to be ruled out for you.

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Apply simple castor oil and sesame oil mixed in same proportion

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Avoid extra exposure to sunlight,apply moisturizer after bath can go for routine examination urine complete,CBC,LFT if  advice by your treating doctor

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