Itching... Help!

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I don't know if it is pregnancy related or not but it is really getting me down! I am constantly itching all over my legs and I am scratching that much my whole legs are beginning to look like giant scabs. I have this problem all over my body but it is alot worse on my legs. My question is - does anyone know if this is pregnancy related? Also is it safe to apply some BENADRYL CREAM to them?

 

[Squiglet]

Could be pregnancy related hun....

http://www.pregnancyforum.co.uk/forum/v ... hp?t=13763

I would suggest calling your midwife and speaking to her about it... it's always better to be safe than sorry in these cases...

 

[Fingers crossed]

It could be PG related. There is a sticky thread titled 'obstetric cholestasis' to read, as you may have this. Make an appointment with your midwife or GP to be on the safe side

 

[timsmom]

You're a bit early on for OC but get it checked out anyway to be on the safe side

 

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Thanx guys! The earliest I can see my midwife is going to be around mid November. My GP surgery is useless. I think I will give them a call at the hospital if it gets too much for me. I don't know if it is worth mentioning but I am having alot of circulation probs at the moment as well. I find it hard to lay in because my legs feel like they are going to drop off if I do! Oh I sound like a right drama queen! Sorry!

 

[Urchin]

You could always call NHS Direct on 0845 4647

 

[muppetmummy]

The charity Tommys have a helpline you can call to speak to a midwife

0870 777 30 60

I hope the itching stops soon! It must be driving you mad!