An ex-Big Brother contestant and pregnant mother-of-two has detailed the 'not so wonderful' side effects of carrying a child, including varicose veins, sciatica, psoriasis and swollen feet. Varicose veins behind the knee: They are an extremely common - albeit harmless - part of pregnancy for some women. Melasma on her face: Often referred to as the 'mask of pregnancy', melasma - or skin pigmentation - is caused by increased estrogen, progesterone, and melanocyte-stimulating hormone (MSH) levels during the second and third trimester. But unfortunately for 10 to 20 per cent of women, pregnancy makes their symptoms worse - a result Krystal has experienced. Often referred to as the 'mask of pregnancy', melasma - or skin pigmentation - is caused by increased estrogen, progesterone, and melanocyte-stimulating hormone (MSH) levels during the second and third trimester.

Source: Daily Mail September 14, 2020 01:06 UTC