Figure 3.40 A: PUPPP diagram* B: PUPPP* C: Prurigo of pregnancy* *Reprint from Ingber A. Obstetric Dermatology: A Practical Guide. New York, NY: Springer; 2008
(Figure 3.40C)
Benign dermatosis with unknown etiology; typically in second or third trimester
Presents with excoriated papules and sometimes pustules (may be follicular) over extensor surfaces, but no bullae
Histology: nonspecific
DIF/IIF: negative
Fetal risk: none
Treatment: topical corticosteroid (anecdotal); resolves in postpartum period
