Growth in facial and body hair

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I am 37th week pregnant and i have been taking progesterone sustained tablets from past 3 months... I have observed there is growth in my facial n body hair.. Even there is linea nigra on my stomach .. Also pigmentation too has increased... Is it normal during pregnancy or is it due to medication?? Will these changes go on their own after delivery? Pls help

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Dr. Astha Agarwal

Gynecologist/Obstetrician 16 yrs exp Ghaziabad

It s normal during pregnancy to hv increased hair growth , pigmentation and linea nigra.. These changes usually revert back to normal post delivery and if persistent you can consult a dermatologist after 6 weeks postpartum

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Dr. Falak Chowdhary Gynecologist/Obstetrician 15 yrs exp Mumbai Consult Now · Accepted Answer

Dr. Falak Chowdhary

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Yes it can be normal in pregnancy and go after delivery usually

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