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Acne Breakout

Very Early Pregnancy Symptom

Symptom Details

Pregnancy can bring on acne or make existing acne worse. The surge of hormones during pregnancy results in the skin secreting more oils. This oily substance (sebum) combined with dead skin cells can clog pores. The most affected areas seem to be the face, neck, back, chest and shoulders. Stress can make acne breakouts worse, so in addition to using an oil-free cleanser and eating a healthy diet, be sure to take steps to relax and take care of your mental and emotional health. Daily exercise will help skin stay healthier too as it increases blood flow to the skin.

Comparison Chart

The chart below shows a comparison between the number of times this symptom was experienced by pregnant vs non-pregnant women.


**NOTE: Data for 15-21 dpo tends to be lower than expected as many women stop tracking symptoms after a positive pregnancy test.

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What Day Past Ovulation are you? Is this a new symptom?
  • 2 days ago » redpenelope said:
    4 dpo a couple of pimples that is abnormal for me this time of the month. Plus been feeling bloated for 3 days and extremely hungry.
  • 2 weeks ago » Virgomom said:
    I am 8dpo. I don't usually have pimple but today I have one on my chin with yellowish pimple.
  • Feb. 25, 2013 7:26pm » TCJ2013 said:
    Im 8dpo, and have one big one on my chin, 1 in one cheek and two onthe other. Very painful ones too. I always get just one before my AF.
  • Jan. 24, 2013 4:15pm » amandalove said:
    Not sure if I am 3,4,5,6 DPO. I got my first positive OPK on Friday morning. Started breaking out on my chin around my mouth yesterday..
  • Jan. 19, 2013 3:41am » Mandy072792 said:
    Then took it out tonight there was no blood at all but my boobs hurt I have ackny that's killin me and bad cramps and a lot of discharge
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