skin patches - pregnant

[nervousmummytobe]

I had three circular patches like this one one my hip on on my back and one on my breast! .. any ideas what it could be????
my doctor says hormones/sweat - as they seem to be in sweat prone areas
xx

[nervousmummytobe]

hey! thanks for both comments! would tinea versicolor have that shape though? kind of circular with darker outer edge ?

[maatson]

Tinea versicolor (Yeast).

[Arti Sharma, M.D.]

Hi there!

Changes in the hormone levels during pregnancy can produce a wide range of skin changes .Most of these changes disappears shortly after delivery. As the size of breast increases and abdomen grows most women develop stretch marks across the belly and breasts. They may be seen on the buttocks, thighs, hips or breasts. They are caused by tiny tears in the tissue underneath the skin. Many women sweat more during pregnancy because hormones affect the sweat glands .This increases the chances of getting sweat rashes. Take frequent showers and wear loose cotton clothes. I sincerely hope it helps.
Take care and regards!