THE skinthe hair and the nails women are subjected to several changes during pregnancy and the puerperium.
At skin, there may be a increased pigmentation discretely in some localized areas. This can be linea nigra which appears in the abdominal region of the pregnant woman, forming a slightly darker line in the vertical of the belly. This line disappears after gestation. The increased pigmentation of the skin can also be observed in the areola, area around the nipple, the armpits, the groin and the neck.
THE pregnancy stain, also known as melasma, can be formed on the face of the pregnant woman. This spot may regress up to one year after delivery, and in some cases, areas of increased pigmentation may not disappear completely. Therefore, the importance of constant sun protection.
At stretch marks of pregnancy are pinkish and pink in the beginning and may appear on the abdomen, breasts, thighs but also on the buttocks, hips, arms and lower back. They are related to hereditary factors It is like excess weight gain during gestation. In general, they do not go away after pregnancy.
Itching in the body may be present in some pregnant women especially in the abdominal region, the vulva, the anus and the scalp.
As for the hair, they are subject to fall or increase in its quantity. This is due to the hormones that the woman becomes susceptible in this period.
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All these changes are normal during pregnancy. If there is an exacerbation of the symptoms, the woman should talk to the doctor during the prenatal visits.
