The topic Gestational Pemphigoid you are seeking is a synonym, or alternative name, or is closely related to the medical condition Pemphigoid Gestationis.

Quick Summary:

• Pemphigoid Gestationis (PG) is described as a rare type of autoimmune disorder that manifests as itchy and blistering skin rashes, anytime during pregnancy
• The rashes are present on the abdomen (distended abdominal skin) and may spread to involve the trunk and arms. The blisters may break and cause superimposed infections, which may rarely lead to scarring of skin on healing
• Pemphigoid Gestationis may be observed in women with hormonal imbalances, or in those who had used oral contraceptives earlier
• There is no cure for Pemphigoid Gestationis, although the symptoms may be reduced through application of moisturizing creams and short-term steroids, when necessary
• The prognosis of Pemphigoid Gestationis is good in a majority of cases. It is known to disappear after delivery of the baby

Pemphigoid Gestationis was previously identified with herpes viral infection; hence, it used to be wrongly termed (earlier) as herpes gestationis or pemphigoid (herpes) gestationis. However, no association to infection by herpes virus is established, and the use of the term ‘herpes’ in the context of Pemphigoid Gestationis is discontinued and discouraged.

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