A 29-year-old woman at 32 weeks of gestation presents to the GP with severe itching from eczema. She asks whether she can use topical corticosteroids....

Question

A 29-year-old woman at 32 weeks of gestation presents to the GP with severe itching from eczema. She asks whether she can use topical corticosteroids. Which is the most appropriate advice?

Accepted Answer

Mild and moderate-potency topical corticosteroids are safe in pregnancy. Potent preparations should be used sparingly and for short courses on the advice of a dermatologist.

Answer

All topical corticosteroids are contraindicated in pregnancy

Answer

Only emollients can be used

Answer

Oral prednisolone is safer than topical steroids in pregnancy

Answer

She should use oral antihistamines instead

uk-drcog MCQ (SBA): Topical Corticosteroids in Pregnancy

A 29-year-old woman at 32 weeks of gestation presents to the GP with severe itching from eczema. She asks whether she can use topical corticosteroids. Which is the most appropriate advice?