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What is gestational cholestasis? Learn about its causes, symptoms and treatments.

What is gestational cholestasis? Learn about its causes, symptoms and treatments.

Gestational cholestasis involves a disruption of bile outflow into the duodenum. As a result, the products of metabolism are not eliminated and accumulate in the body. This can lead to many complications, primarily in the fetus. This affliction usually appears in the third trimester of pregnancy, and its first sign is itchy skin. What exactly is cholestasis? Symptoms, causes and treatment of this complication - this we will discuss in this article.

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Beta- hCG- how much is it in pregnancy?

Beta- hCG- how much is it in pregnancy?

Beta hCG is used in pregnancy tests to confirm or rule out conception. However, thanks to its concentration, the development of the pregnancy is also monitored - especially in the first weeks. An abnormal beta hCG result can be associated with serious fetal defects. For this reason, it is extremely important to control it regularly. When should this hormone be tested? What are the standards for its level? The answers to these questions can be found right here.

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