The skin during pregnancy
The advice of the dermatologist
Pregnancy is a period of physical transformation, of hormonal disruption of a magnitude close to the last great hormonal change that a woman has known: puberty. But unlike puberty, everything goes really fast. It is a destabilizing period, a difficult physical ordeal for the body which is similar to a daily marathon and you and those around you must therefore take care of yourself:
– Limit chores and tiring acts, get help. Relax, enjoy this unique moment and… rest. The nights will be choppy in a few months!
– Do not hesitate to ask your doctor for help if your weight curve slips. Do not start a diet under any circumstances, but follow your doctor’s instructions to limit weight gain (normal and generally considered to be up to 12-13 kg).
– In the event of a skin problem, consult your doctor or a dermatologist and do not self-medicate: some creams are contraindicated during pregnancy.
– Do not forget to show your moles because any modification of mole during pregnancy must be taken seriously (30% of melanomas in women appear during pregnancy).
Article written by Dr Ludovic Rousseau, dermatologist Dermatonet.com, an information site on skin, hair and beauty by a dermatologist: www.dermatonet.com Additional information on the pregnancy mask |