What’s going on with the itchy belly at 17 weeks pregnant?

There are many reasons for the itchy belly in 17 weeks of pregnancy, such as long stretch marks, allergies, cholestasis and other reasons, which need to be analyzed specifically.
1. long stretch marks: due to the continuous development and growth of the fetus during pregnancy, the abdomen will increase accordingly, the tissues will be torn, in the tissues for self-repair, there will be itchy feeling, it is normal.
2. Allergy: due to various factors, such as pregnant women eat stimulating food, with toiletries and so on may lead to the body to appear allergic to the manifestation of itchy belly.
3. Cholestasis: During pregnancy, estrogen and progesterone levels in the pregnant woman’s body have changed, which can cause cholestasis and cause belly itching.
If the 17 weeks of pregnancy itchy belly persists without relief, it is recommended that timely medical care, improve the relevant examination, clear causes, symptomatic treatment.