Cholestasis of pregnancy
A condition that can occur in pregnancy where the flow of bile, a digestive fluid produced by the liver, slows or stops. As a result, the bile enters the bloodstream and causes intense itching on the palms of the hands and the soles of the feet, plus jaundice of the skin.
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Teenager 14-18 | |||||
Young adult 19-40 | Very common | ||||
Middle-aged adult 41-60 | Rare |
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What is cholestasis of pregnancy?
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How is cholestasis of pregnancy diagnosed?
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What causes cholestasis of pregnancy and what are the symptoms?
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What meds are good for cholestasis of pregnancy?I had it once and don't want to experience it again.
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A 18-year old female asked:
How far along in pregnancy does cholestasis or pregnancy start? And what is cholestasis of pregnancy?
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A 42-year old female asked:
IS it uncommon for someone to develop cholestasis of pregnancy during a third pregnancy (never had it). Feeling sporadic itchines all overand 28 week?
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What can be done for intraheptic cholestasis of pregnancy?
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What are the chances of having cholestasis of pregnancy in consecutive pregnancies?
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What are tests, treatment for cholestasis of pregnancy?
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A 27-year old female asked:
What about Intrahepatic cholestasis of pregnancy? What are the symptoms?
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Are there things I can do for intrahepatic cholestasis of pregnancy at home?
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Are some people more prone to getting intrahepatic cholestasis of pregnancy?
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A 23-year old female asked:
Can you get Cholestasis of pregnancy in the first trimester?
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How long does pruritus associated with intrahepatic cholestasis of pregnancy last?
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Which treatment works the best and fastest for intrahepatic cholestasis of pregnancy?
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A 29-year old female asked:
What are the options of contraception for a woman with liver problems and after cholestasis of pregnancy?
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A 42-year old female asked:
How can YOU DIFFERENTIATE Cholestasis of pregnancy from other itching. Having random spots of itching that feel like prikles on my skin. 28 weeks toda?
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What is the result of liver function tests in intrahepatic cholestasis of pregnancy?
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A 28-year old female asked:
Experiencing recurrent episodes of hypoglycemia postpartum. I did have cholestasis of pregnancy in this pregnancy and another in 2019. Could the two be related?
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How long does jaundice associated with intrahepatic cholestasis of pregnancy last?
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Are any special tests needed, or can a regular obgyn doctor see me for my intrahepatic cholestasis of pregnancy?
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A 23-year old female asked:
If you get cholestasis of pregnancy in the First Trimester what can be done to make sure the baby/mother will be safe?
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A 33-year old female asked:
Cholestasis of pregnancy - are there any alternatives to inducing at 37 weeks? Can you wait till proper full term of 39 weeks by monitoring baby often?
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A 33-year old female asked:
I have a history of cholestasis of pregnancy. I started taking contraceptives 2 months ago and now the symptoms have resurfaced. I took the last pill on Tuesday night but the itching, nausea and fatigue is still there. What can I do/take to feel bter?
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A 30-year old asked:
How long does abdominal pain associated with intrahepatic cholestasis of pregnancy last?
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A 36-year old female asked:
Can cholestasis of pregnancy cause long term inflammation to common bile duct? Can hormones affect liver enzymes and itching during period?
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A 25-year old female asked:
Can cholestasis reoccur outside once you have had Cholestasis in Pregnancy?
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A 32-year old female asked:
In pregnancy, can u have cholestasis without the itching?
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How long does it take ursodeoxycholic acid to work when you have pregnancy cholestasis?
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A 26-year old female asked:
I got cholestasis during my second pregnancy with twins, but not my first with a singleton. What are the chances of getting it again?
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