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Pruritic Urticarial Papules and Plaques of Pregnancy derm/351 at eMedicine Brzoza Z, Kasperska-Zajac A, Oleś E, Rogala B (Jan–Feb 2007). "Pruritic urticarial papules and plaques of pregnancy". [en.wikipedia.org]

RESULTS: The clinical features in 57 patients with PUPPP were categorized into three types: mainly urticarial papules and plaques (type I), nonurticarial erythema, papules, or vesicles (type II), and combinations of the two forms (type III). [ncbi.nlm.nih.gov]

However over half develop multiple forms (polymorphic) with erythema (redness), vesicle s (small blisters), and targetoid and eczema tous (eczema-like) lesions. [en.academic.ru]

Home About Categories Skin Infections Bacterial Infections Viral Infections Fungal Infections Parasitic Infestations Eczema Psoriasis Acne and Rosacea Photosensitive Dermatoses Pigmentary Disorders Connective Tissue Disorders Skin Tumours Metabolic Disorders [dermatologyoasis.net]

Some common causes are Allergic reactions to food, insect bites, pollen, and medicines Skin conditions such as eczema, psoriasis, and dry skin Irritating chemicals, cosmetics, and other substances Parasites such as pinworms, scabies, head and body lice [icdlist.com]

E for the treatment of inflammatory skin conditions.74 Although there appear to be no contraindications to its use topically or internally (with the exception of rare allergy), herbalists have noted that with some conditions, for example, pediatric eczema [aibolita.com]

A skin biopsy of the rash is only performed if the doctor suspects another cause such as: • Eczema of pregnancy. • Atopic Eruption of Pregnancy (AEP) previously called prurigo of pregnancy. • Pruritic folliculitis of pregnancy: widespread itchy rash. [womens-health-advice.com]

[…] plaques of pregnancy Member Rated 0 Patient case no. 235 Date added 03 November 2003 Patient details Age --Undetermined-- Localisation Trunk / abdomen Primary Lesions Papule / erythematous Plaque / erythematous Pathophysiology pregnancy-related dermatoses urticaria [dermquest.com]

One week after starting this medication, the pruritus had resolved and the erythema/urticaria had abated; the pigmentary alteration had improved, but still remained. The PUPPP did not return after parturition. [ncbi.nlm.nih.gov]

Like other forms of urticaria, PUPPP can be treated with topical steroid creams. Although antihistamines such as Benadryl are not as effective for PUPPP, they are sometimes prescribed as well. [ic.steadyhealth.com]

Signs: Appearance Red 1-2 mm Papule with surrounding pale halo Lesions may coalesce into Urticaria l Plaque s Vesicle s may also be seen VII. Differential Diagnosis VIII. [fpnotebook.com]

If the rash does not appear typical for PUPPP, then other conditions to consider might include but are not limited to prurigo gestationis, atopic eruption of pregnancy, impetigo herpetiformis ,contact dermatitis, a drug reaction, urticaria, viral exanthem [obfocus.com]

A 25-year-old woman complained of an intensely pruritic rash for 2 days. The rash began 10 days postpartum. It began on her abdomen and spread to her buttocks, legs and upper arms. [ncbi.nlm.nih.gov]

For patients with a widespread, intensely pruritic rash or those with inadequate response to topical therapy, a short course of systemic glucocorticoids may be prescribed. [aocd.org]

According to Wikipedia, Pruritic urticarial papules and plaques of pregnancy (PUPPP), known in United Kingdom as polymorphic eruption of pregnancy (PEP), is a chronic hives-like rash that strikes some women during pregnancy Pruritic Rash in Pregnancy [snakkede.pw]

A primigravid 24-year-old woman at 34-weeks gestation comes to the clinic because of a pruritic rash that has been developing on her abdomen over the last week. She is otherwise well and has had normal prenatal visits and blood work. [usmleforum.com]

Itchy, bumpy hives and plaques develop usually on the abdominal area Symptoms - Pruritic urticarial papules plaques of pregnancy * Itching * Bumpy hives * Skin plaques Causes - Pruritic urticarial papules plaques of pregnancy Pregnancy Prevention - Pruritic [checkorphan.org]

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