What is 'PUPS'

[Mofe'ny]

Hi,

My SIL is 33 weeks pregnant and has developed a rash on her abdomen, back of her legs, and buttocks. She called the Dr. today and they told her she had "pups". I've never heard of this and am wondering if anyone can help. They told her is was very rare--- but they haven't even seen the rash. They diagnosed over the phone. Can anyone help? They also told her that it would resolve after delivery:confused:

I am guessing it must be an acronym for something. Her hubby told her it stood for 'Pregnant Unstable Personality Syndrome:D and with her tears lately, that just about describes her:p

[mother/babyRN, RN]

I had this with my third child. I felt as though I was itchy from inside out....My sil was told she had this ( could not stop itiching and was miserable) and was eventually misdiagnosed with a liver ailement....I remember feeling as though I could not stop the itchies, and it was horrible......Thankfully, it didn't happen again...Just used benadryl occasionally, and had to put gloves on to keep from tearing my skin...It seemed to be transient in my case, thank goodness...