Is breast itching during pregnancy common?

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Yes, mild breast itching is common during pregnancy. As your breasts grow, the skin stretches, and hormonal changes can also make the skin dry or itchy. Using a gentle, fragrance-free moisturiser can help. Try to avoid very hot showers and strongly scented soaps or skincare products. However, speak with your doctor or maternity care team if the itching is severe, keeps coming back, affects other parts of your body, or is worse at night, especially if your palms or soles are itchy. Sometimes, significant itching during pregnancy can be linked to a liver condition called intrahepatic cholestasis of pregnancy.