Psoriasisis a chronic skin condition where dry, flaky, and often painful plaques form across your body.
There is no cure for this condition, but many treatments are available.
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How Does Pregnancy Affect Psoriasis?
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This statistic suggests that many women with psoriasis may need to manage both their psoriasis and a healthy pregnancy.
Cytokines (small proteins that help signal cell activity) can positively affect autoimmune inflammation that psoriasis triggers.
Can Pregnancy Cause Psoriasis?
If left untreated, this condition can lead to problems during pregnancy for the birthing parent and baby.
It can develop in people with or without a family history of psoriasis.
If you develop PPP with one pregnancy, you are more likely to have a recurrence with additional pregnancies.
Certain psoriasis medications can be used during pregnancy, though they can affect the fetus.
Which Medicines Should You Avoid While Pregnant?
Biologics are a newer class of medications used to treat psoriasis and other autoimmune conditions.
While effective in treating certain diseases, biologics have not been studied and proven safe during pregnancy.
Reduce Stress
Stress can trigger psoriasis and cause flare-ups.
Reducing stress can help you control your psoriasis.
Stress relief can take many forms, including meditation, massage, or acupuncture.
Talk to a healthcare provider about other pregnancy-safe strategies for stress management.
If you use massage or acupuncture, see to it your therapist is trained in treating pregnant people.
Dead sea saltsand colloidaloatmeal bathsoaks help relieve psoriasis symptoms such as flaking and itching.
They are considered safe during pregnancy and widely found in generic formulas.
Select Products With Care
Not all baths and lotions are created equal when it comes to psoriasis.
Will the Baby Have Psoriasis Too?
Not every case of psoriasis is genetic, but it can be passed through families.
Talk to a dermatologist and obstetrician about the best treatment options for psoriasis during pregnancy.
Your psoriasis may return as your body returns to its baseline function after delivery.
Many women report their psoriasis improves during pregnancy, but it won’t go away completely.
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