Itching and going mad!

[Chica31]

It is 5.28 in the morning here and I have been up since 3 itching all over! Especially my legs, feet and arms. I don't have a rash, but I might just go crazy soon!

I know there is something liver related it could be, but I understand it is really, really rare. I am pregnant with DC2, DD is 17 months. I am 27, nearly 28 weeks pregnant. Would you go to the doctors?

Yes I'd go to docs to get that checked out.

Me too! Scratching the itch feels so good but so bad!

I'm 39 weeks and I mentioned it to my midwife who said it was just because of the hormones and it would go as soon as I have the baby.

It's only just started happening in the last week or so for me. Would recommend a trip to the docs just to put your mind at rest.

Yes. It is worth seeing your doctor. See also this site if you get a diagnosis of OC (Obstetric Cholestasis).

Yes go to the docs, and get them to do a blood test for bile acid and liver function, even if its clear you might want to monitor them to make sure they stay normal. This is to check for OC.

If your all clear of OC, but half mental because of the itching and lack of sleep (like I was) ask them to prescribe you piriton. Doesn't completely take the itching away, but helps you sleep and relieves it enough to keep you sane. I was a god send for me.