My cousin, who is expecting, mentioned a condition called cholestasis of pregnancy, and she's a bit concerned. I'm trying to understand more about it to support her. What typically causes cholestasis during pregnancy?
4 months ago
I had severe itching on my palms and soles during my third trimester, which turned out to be cholestasis. It happens because pregnancy hormones slow down the normal flow of bile from your liver. It can be very risky for the baby, so please contact your obstetrician immediately for a bile acid blood test.
4 months ago
Pregnancy comes with so many unexpected medical terms that can easily scare any family! From what I know, it is basically a liver condition triggered by pregnancy hormones. Don't try to treat it with local itching creams, get your doctor to run the proper liver tests.
4 months ago
It is actually a hormonal thing where the liver bile doesn't flow properly during pregnancy, yaar. My sister faced this in her eighth month and had to be monitored closely. Please don't ignore any severe body itching and consult your doctor immediately.
4 months ago
Cholestasis of pregnancy is a serious medical issue that can lead to fetal complications if left untreated. Do not listen to online forums suggesting home remedies like cold baths or lifestyle changes to cure the itching. You need medical monitoring and specific prescription drugs from a gynecologist.
4 months ago
I got so terrified reading about this condition online when I felt some mild itching during my pregnancy. The anxiety was unbearable, but luckily my tests came back normal. Please get your liver function test done quickly so you can stop stressing and get proper care.
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4 months ago
I am currently in my second trimester and have some mild itching on my stomach. I was too shy to ask my doctor about it, but now I am worried. Is this itching normal, or could it be a symptom of cholestasis?
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