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Itching and rashes appeared in my body
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I am currently pregnant around 11 weeks. I have a past history of urticaria (hives) about 8 years ago.
Since yesterday, I am experiencing severe itching all over my body along with red, raised rashes that appear in patches/lines and keep changing location. The itching is present throughout the day and night.
Today I consulted a doctor and was given an injection for allergy and prescribed Lacto Calamine lotion, but the itching is still continuing.
I would like to know:
1. Can I take a safe antihistamine tablet during pregnancy (like cetirizine)?
2. Do I need any further treatment or tests?
3. Is this condition harmful to my baby?
Please advise on safe treatment options.
Thank you.
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Connect to a gynaecologist as cause of urticaria in early pregnancy need to be investigated
Take tab LCZ 5 mg HS till then
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Maintain hydration, use calamine lotion
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You need to visit a gynaecologist and dermatologist for proper treatment during pregnancy
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Yes Cetirizine is safe in pregnancy
Yes you need a test called liver function test
It could be cholestasis of pregnancy
And not urticaria
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Pls connect for online consultation and advice
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Dr. Hemali Bharat Karia
Obstetrics & Gynecology
7 yrs exp
Rajkot
Yes you can take cetrizine during pregnancy
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Dr. Shruti Dahiya
Gynecologist/Obstetrician
6 yrs exp
Delhi
This looks like acute urticaria (hives), which can flare in pregnancy and is usually not harmful to the baby 👍
Antihistamine: Yes, cetirizine/loratadine are generally considered safe in pregnancy, but take only after your doctor’s advice.
Relief: Continue calamine, add cold compress, avoid triggers (heat, spicy food, stress).
If severe: You may need a short course of prescription meds (as advised by your doctor).
Tests: Usually not needed unless persistent/recurrent.
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Dr. Pushpa Gour
Gynecologist
32 yrs exp
Bhopal
You can take Tab cetrizine.
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Dr. Kinnari Amin
Gynecologist
14 yrs exp
Ahmedabad
You can take cetreizine
If it persists then further evaluation should be done
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Dr. Pendekanti Malleswari
Obstetrician
24 yrs exp
Bangalore
Looks like Allergic rash.You can take Cetirizine.you may need further testing if no improvement. It is ok to take while pregnant.
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Dr. Pratibha P S
Gynecologist
10 yrs exp
Bangalore
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Dr. Neha Vashisth
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14 yrs exp
Jaipur
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