Prurigo gestationis

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Prurigo gestationis
Other namesPrurigo gestationis of Besnier, [1] Early-onset prurigo of pregnancy, [2] Linear IgM dermatosis of pregnancy, [2] Papular dermatitis of pregnancy, [2] Prurigo of pregnancy, [2] and Spangler's papular dermatitis of pregnancy [2]
Specialty Dermatology

Prurigo gestationis is an eruption consisting of pruritic, excoriated papules of the proximal limbs and upper trunk, most often occurring between the 20th and 34th week of gestation. [3] [2] [4] [5]

The exact etiology is unknown, but it is considered likely to be a flareup of atopic dermatitis during pregnancy. [6]

It is sometimes considered to be a term encompassing Besnier's prurigo gestationis and other conditions. [7]

It is sometimes considered a diagnosis of exclusion. [8]

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References

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