I am 21 weeks pregnant now and I started to notice my neck is a little darker than usual. I tried to rub it of in the shower but it didn't work. I used body wash, face wash, soap, etc. Nothing works!! Is this a pregnancy symptom or just me? And will it go away? Is there anything I can do?? Please let me know. Thanks A Lot!!
2007-03-08 07:23:38 · 7 answers · asked by Mar~Mar 2 in Pregnancy & Parenting ➔ Pregnancy
It's a pregnancy symptom. Some woman have a problem with parts of their body becoming darker, splotchy, blotchy, etc. during pregnancy. Mostly happens to the face, neck, and breasts. I can't remember what exactly it's called and there's isn't a whole lot you can do about it. It's from all the extra hormones. More than likely after you have the baby, your skin tone will balance out again. Good Luck!
2007-03-08 07:30:07 · answer #1 · answered by Aaliyah & Natalie's Mommy 6 · 1⤊ 0⤋
It's probably an increase in melanin. You may have also noticed a linea negra - a darkened line between your pubic bone and belly button. It's normal during pregnancy - but you should be careful when you're in the sun. Make sure you wear sunscreen to avoid exacerbating the problem.
2007-03-08 15:40:25 · answer #2 · answered by Amanda M 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
The increased amount of melanin could be causing your skin colour changes, particularly if you are mid- to dark-toned to begin with. The melanin settles down, often in patches but sometimes in whole areas.
It should go away after pregnancy.
2007-03-08 15:36:28 · answer #3 · answered by Waiting and Wishing 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I heard that some women get skin changes on their face, called the "mask of pregnancy". Maybe that's what you're experiencing? Ask your doctor just to be sure.
2007-03-08 15:30:12 · answer #4 · answered by Kirsten 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
im sorry hunny but skin changes are unfortunately a part of pregnancy too if it makes you feel better i have brown spots all over my chest there is nothing i can do about them. Sorry good luck
2007-03-08 15:29:11 · answer #5 · answered by jessica s 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I had that hapened to me, don;t worry it should go away, mine did just after I gave birth, I can;t remember why that happens but it does to some people.
2007-03-08 16:01:31 · answer #6 · answered by lisvad 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
hmm dont know what it could be good luck!
2007-03-08 15:27:54 · answer #7 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋