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Skin Changes Associated with Pregnancy: Insights from a Tertiary Care Hospital
Neha Shukla1, Himanshy Rai2, Pragati Sharma3
1Department of Dermatology, Venereology and Leprosy, Gajra Raja Medical College (GRMC) and JAH Hospital, Gwalior, Madhya Pradesh, India.
Background:
Pregnancy induces significant physiological and hormonal changes in women, predisposing them to various dermatological manifestations. This study aimed to evaluate the prevalence and patterns of pregnancy-related changes in the skin.
Methods:
A cross-sectional investigation was carried out on 445 expectant mothers attending an Indian tertiary medical center's outpatient department.
Results:
The most frequent physiological alterations were pigmentary changes, with secondary areola changes being the most frequent, followed by lineanigra. Vascular changes, primarily non-pitting pedal edema, were also noted. Connective tissue changes were dominated by striae gravidarum. Among pregnancy-specific dermatoses, atopic eruptions were the most frequent, followed by intrahepatic cholestasis. Infections with fungi were the most common among study participants.
Conclusion:
Dermatological manifestations during pregnancy are common and exhibit a wide spectrum of changes, including specific patterns. Accurate identification and appropriate management of these conditions are essential to optimize maternal and fetal outcomes.
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