What Causes Itching Sensation All Over The Body During Pregnancy?

Posted on Mon, 24 Oct 2016

Question: Hi

I am feeling itching on all over the body .i am pregnant with 31 week.is it will cause any harm to baby.how to avoid it?

Answered by Dr. Deepti Verma (18 minutes later)

Brief Answer:
Cholestasis of pregnancy

Detailed Answer:
Hi dear,
I have gone through your question and understand your concerns.
Itching all over the body in third trimester is most likely due to cholestasis of pregnancy.
It occurs due to the hormonal disturbances leading to liver derangement.
Cholestasis of pregnancy can lead to preterm labour, fetal distress and sudden intrauterine death of the fetus.
I will suggest you to consult your treating OBGYN specialist to get properly examined, investigated including liver function test and get appropriate treatment timely.
Hope you found the answer helpful.
Regards
Dr Deepti Verma
OBGYN

Above answer was peer-reviewed by : Dr. Vaishalee Punj