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Cholestasis of pregnancy

A pregnancy condition that can cause intense, generalized itching and needs medical evaluation.

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Stretch marks and skin itching in pregnancy

Stretch marks and skin itching in pregnancy

What stretch marks in pregnancy are Stretch marks, also called striae gravidarum, are linear marks that commonly appear as the abdomen enlarges, although they may also develop on the breasts, hips, buttocks, and thighs. They are not a sign that anything is “wrong” with the pregnancy. Instead, they reflect the skin’s response to rapid expansion, […]