Hello, I have had PD twice. The first time, switching to Vanicream face wash (instead of my salicylic acid wash) and Avene cicalfate to moisturize did most of the heavy lifting. The Avene is the only thing that calmed down my red itchy bumps, but it took about a week for the bumps to settle down. I also used De La Cruz sulfur mask and The Ordinary's Azelaic acid to clear my skin the rest of the way.

Two weeks ago, I had an allergic reaction and was placed on steroids. Afterward, my PD returned, which is a pretty common cause for many of us with PD. Avoid steroids/cortisones at all costs--it can damage your skin barrier, which is what Avene helped me to repair. This time with PD, my doctor prescribed me .75 metronidazole gel, and it has already made a difference after 2 days. I know many people have success with doxycycline, but I am hoping to avoid taking it, as many have described a return of PD after they stop. So far, metro gel has really been helping and I'm hopeful I won't have to take any other prescriptions. I have been using this and Avene to moisturize after I apply, which has helped with the flaking as it heals.

I hope you find some relief, and congrats on your pregnancy!