Diseases and Conditions
Cholestasis of pregnancy
Overview
Symptoms
Causes
Risk factors
Complications
Prevention
Diagnosis
Treatment
Lifestyle and home remedies
Alternative medicine
Preparing for an appointment
Diagnosis
To diagnose cholestasis of pregnancy, your pregnancy care provider will:
- Ask questions about your symptoms and medical history
- Perform a physical exam
- Order blood tests to check how well your liver is working and measure the level of bile salts in your blood
