Why does my belly itch after pregnancy?

Some pregnant women suddenly find that their stomachs are itchy during pregnancy, so they scratch the wounds hard, and as a result, they find many red hives on their stomachs, and the symptoms of itchy stomachs become more serious. Pregnant women are very worried about this matter, fearing that it will affect the physical and mental health of the baby. So what is the reason for an itchy belly during pregnancy? Let me give you a detailed introduction.

1. What causes an itchy belly during pregnancy?

1. Skin stretching. After pregnancy, as the fetus grows, the uterus will become larger and larger, and the elastic fibers in the abdominal skin will be stretched, causing the patient to feel itchy. Pregnant women who often experience itchy tummies may develop stretch marks.

2. Pregnancy rash. It usually appears after the fourth month of pregnancy. Small red rashes will appear on the surface of the pregnant woman's skin. Many pregnant women think that it is caused by lice bites on small pets. In fact, it is caused by the growth hormone in the pregnant woman's body and has no effect on the fetus.

3. Dietary elements. Some pregnant women eat some fish, shrimp, crab and other foods that are prone to allergies, which will cause belly itching due to allergies.

4. Environmental factors. Some pregnant women live in a very dry environment, which can also cause abdominal itching due to dryness.

2. What to do if your belly itches during pregnancy?

1. If a pregnant woman finds her belly itchy, she should not rub the affected area with hot water or scratch it with her fingernails, otherwise it will scratch the skin and cause infection.

2. After the symptom of belly itching appears, you can gently wipe the affected area with a wet towel, and then change into loose and comfortable clothes. Usually, you should try to reduce sweating, wipe it off as soon as possible after sweating, and try not to use soap, soap and other cleaning products that are easy to irritate the skin and make the skin dry.

3. If pregnant women experience itchy skin in winter, it may be related to the relative humidity of the surrounding air. Everyone should pay attention to adjusting the relative humidity of the surrounding air, put some green plants at home, or turn on the humidifier.

If pregnant women often feel itchy skin, they can use warm water to clean the wound, and place a humidifier at home. In terms of diet, they can add some dried fruits, pig's feet and other oily foods. Pregnant women should pay attention not to wash the skin on their belly too often with a bath towel or towel, and not to use soap or other cleaning liquids, as this will cause belly itching and make the symptoms more serious.