The topic Toxaemic Erythema of Pregnancy you are seeking is a synonym, or alternative name, or is closely related to the medical condition Polymorphic Eruption of Pregnancy.

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• Polymorphic Eruption of Pregnancy (PEP) is described as itchy red rashes that occur particularly in the last 3 months of pregnancy. It is a relatively common, but benign condition in pregnant women
• The skin condition was also known as Pruritic Urticarial Papules and Plaques of Pregnancy (PUPPP) earlier. The rashes are present on the abdomen (swollen tummy); other areas may include the buttocks and thighs, in some cases
• The skin condition is observed in women with multiple pregnancies, those who gain excessive weight during pregnancy, or during the first pregnancy. Also, Polymorphic Eruption of Pregnancy is associated with diabetes (during pregnancy) and maternal hypertension
• There is no cure for Polymorphic Eruption of Pregnancy, although the symptoms may be reduced through the application of moisturizing creams and short-term systemic steroids, if necessary
• The prognosis of Polymorphic Eruption of Pregnancy is good in a majority of cases. It is known to disappear a month or so after delivery of the baby; but rarely, the condition may recur, albeit mildly, in subsequent pregnancies

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