What should you know about itchy feet third trimester?

Sweat, heat, swelling, new footwear, and sensitive skin can irritate the feet. Peeling between toes may fit Athlete's Foot; a reaction to a product may be Contact Dermatitis; small itchy blisters can occur with Dyshidrotic Eczema. Pregnancy-related itching can also occur without an obvious rash, including on the palms and soles. A maternity team should know about new or persistent itching because symptoms in late pregnancy may need checks beyond the skin.

Keep feet cool and dry, wear loose breathable socks, and avoid fragranced products. Pat rather than rub after washing. Do not start oral medicines or medicated creams without checking pregnancy suitability with your maternity clinician or pharmacist. If a fungal rash is confirmed, ask which Topical Antifungal Treatment is appropriate and how to use it safely.

Contact your maternity team promptly for intense itching, itching that is worse at night, itching on the palms or soles, or itch that spreads without a rash. Seek urgent help for reduced fetal movement, severe abdominal symptoms, jaundice, rapidly spreading redness, fever, pus, or significant foot swelling and pain.

Could this be a local foot rash or a pregnancy-related cause? Do I need blood tests or other checks? Which skin products are suitable now, and what symptoms should prompt immediate contact?