Will itchy feet during pregnancy affect the fetus?

Itchy feet in pregnant women generally do not affect the fetus, but you should try to avoid using medication privately, otherwise it will cause harm to the health of the fetus.

Itchy feet in pregnant women may be caused by athlete's foot due to fungal infection. It may be due to poor foot hygiene, or the growth of fungi caused by wearing non-breathable shoes. It is also possible that sharing shoes and basins with people with fungal infections may cause cross-infection. Athlete's foot can cause symptoms of foot odor and itching, and many small blisters or red bumps will appear on the skin, accompanied by severe itching, and sometimes purulent secretions will seep out. This is a skin disease, so it will not have any impact on the growth and development of the fetus.

However, if your feet are itchy, try to avoid buying some medicines privately. If you take the medicines improperly, it may affect the fetus and even cause fetal malformations. The medicine should be used only under the guidance of a doctor.

Itchy feet can be treated by applying antifungal ointments, such as ketoconazole cream or miconazole nitrate cream, which have antibacterial and anti-inflammatory effects. You also need to take good care of your feet and choose to wear shoes that are loose, comfortable and breathable.