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Itchy skin in babies and children
Itchy skin is very common in children. It can be caused by skin conditions, infections, bites or allergies. Read about prevention and treatment
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Changes to your skin during pregnancy
As your pregnancy develops, you may find that you experience changes to your skin. Most of these changes will improve or after your baby is born.
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Skin changes during pregnancy - prurigo of pregnancy
Prurigo of pregnancy is an itchy rash that may develop during pregnancy. It usually appears in the first or second trimester.
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Skin changes during pregnancy - acne
Acne is a common skin condition that usually begins during adolescence. During pregnancy, acne is likley to flare up during the first trimester.
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Eczema during pregnancy and breastfeeding
Eczema is the most common skin condition in pregnancy, it can also occur when breastfeeding. Find out more about symptoms and treatment of eczema.
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Common childhood rashes
Childhood rashes are common and many disappear without treatment. Learn about symptoms and treatment of childhood rashes, such as eczema, ringworm and impetigo.
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Complications during pregnancy
Some women will experience complications such as bleeding, itching high blood pressure or severe vomiting during pregnancy that will require treatment.
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Impetigo
Impetigo, or school sores, is a highly contagious skin infection that causes sores and blisters. It's very common and mainly affects children.
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Serious childhood rashes
Childhood rashes are very common and usually nothing to worry about. Learn more about different types of rashes and when to see your doctor.
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Itching during pregnancy
Mild itching is common in pregnancy, but if the itching becomes severe it can be a sign of a liver condition called intrahepatic cholestasis of pregnancy.
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