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{{Infobox medical condition | |||
| name = Cholestatic pruritus | |||
| synonyms = Itch due to cholestasis | |||
| field = [[Hepatology]], [[Dermatology]] | |||
| symptoms = [[Itching]], [[Jaundice]], [[Fatigue]] | |||
| complications = [[Sleep disturbance]], [[Depression (mood)|Depression]] | |||
| onset = Variable, often with [[liver disease]] | |||
| duration = Chronic, can persist until underlying condition is treated | |||
| causes = [[Cholestasis]], [[Primary biliary cholangitis]], [[Primary sclerosing cholangitis]], [[Intrahepatic cholestasis of pregnancy]] | |||
| risks = [[Liver disease]], [[Pregnancy]], [[Genetic predisposition]] | |||
| diagnosis = [[Clinical diagnosis]], [[Liver function tests]], [[Imaging studies]] | |||
| differential = [[Dermatological conditions]], [[Systemic diseases]] | |||
| treatment = [[Ursodeoxycholic acid]], [[Cholestyramine]], [[Rifampicin]], [[Naltrexone]], [[Sertraline]] | |||
| medication = [[Antihistamines]], [[Bile acid sequestrants]], [[Opioid antagonists]] | |||
| frequency = Common in [[liver disease]] patients | |||
}} | |||
'''Cholestatic pruritus''' is a condition characterized by severe itching as a result of cholestasis, a condition where bile cannot flow from the liver to the duodenum. The pruritus, or itch, associated with cholestatic pruritus can be severe and may cause significant discomfort and distress. | '''Cholestatic pruritus''' is a condition characterized by severe itching as a result of cholestasis, a condition where bile cannot flow from the liver to the duodenum. The pruritus, or itch, associated with cholestatic pruritus can be severe and may cause significant discomfort and distress. | ||
== Causes == | == Causes == | ||
Cholestatic pruritus is caused by cholestasis, a condition where bile, a substance produced by the liver to help digest fats, cannot flow from the liver to the duodenum. This can be due to a blockage in the bile ducts or a problem with the liver itself. Conditions that can cause cholestasis and subsequently cholestatic pruritus include [[Primary Biliary Cirrhosis|primary biliary cirrhosis]], [[Primary Sclerosing Cholangitis|primary sclerosing cholangitis]], and certain medications. | Cholestatic pruritus is caused by cholestasis, a condition where bile, a substance produced by the liver to help digest fats, cannot flow from the liver to the duodenum. This can be due to a blockage in the bile ducts or a problem with the liver itself. Conditions that can cause cholestasis and subsequently cholestatic pruritus include [[Primary Biliary Cirrhosis|primary biliary cirrhosis]], [[Primary Sclerosing Cholangitis|primary sclerosing cholangitis]], and certain medications. | ||
== Symptoms == | == Symptoms == | ||
The primary symptom of cholestatic pruritus is severe itching, which can be generalized or localized. Other symptoms can include jaundice, dark urine, pale stools, and fatigue. | The primary symptom of cholestatic pruritus is severe itching, which can be generalized or localized. Other symptoms can include jaundice, dark urine, pale stools, and fatigue. | ||
== Diagnosis == | == Diagnosis == | ||
Diagnosis of cholestatic pruritus involves a thorough medical history and physical examination, as well as blood tests to check liver function and imaging studies to look for blockages in the bile ducts. | Diagnosis of cholestatic pruritus involves a thorough medical history and physical examination, as well as blood tests to check liver function and imaging studies to look for blockages in the bile ducts. | ||
== Treatment == | == Treatment == | ||
Treatment for cholestatic pruritus focuses on addressing the underlying cause of the cholestasis. This can involve medication to improve bile flow, treating the underlying liver disease, or in some cases, surgery to relieve a blocked bile duct. | Treatment for cholestatic pruritus focuses on addressing the underlying cause of the cholestasis. This can involve medication to improve bile flow, treating the underlying liver disease, or in some cases, surgery to relieve a blocked bile duct. | ||
== See also == | == See also == | ||
* [[Cholestasis]] | * [[Cholestasis]] | ||
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* [[Liver disease]] | * [[Liver disease]] | ||
* [[Bile duct]] | * [[Bile duct]] | ||
[[Category:Medical conditions]] | [[Category:Medical conditions]] | ||
[[Category:Dermatology]] | [[Category:Dermatology]] | ||
[[Category:Hepatology]] | [[Category:Hepatology]] | ||
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Latest revision as of 22:33, 3 April 2025
| Cholestatic pruritus | |
|---|---|
| Synonyms | Itch due to cholestasis |
| Pronounce | N/A |
| Specialty | N/A |
| Symptoms | Itching, Jaundice, Fatigue |
| Complications | Sleep disturbance, Depression |
| Onset | Variable, often with liver disease |
| Duration | Chronic, can persist until underlying condition is treated |
| Types | N/A |
| Causes | Cholestasis, Primary biliary cholangitis, Primary sclerosing cholangitis, Intrahepatic cholestasis of pregnancy |
| Risks | Liver disease, Pregnancy, Genetic predisposition |
| Diagnosis | Clinical diagnosis, Liver function tests, Imaging studies |
| Differential diagnosis | Dermatological conditions, Systemic diseases |
| Prevention | N/A |
| Treatment | Ursodeoxycholic acid, Cholestyramine, Rifampicin, Naltrexone, Sertraline |
| Medication | Antihistamines, Bile acid sequestrants, Opioid antagonists |
| Prognosis | N/A |
| Frequency | Common in liver disease patients |
| Deaths | N/A |
Cholestatic pruritus is a condition characterized by severe itching as a result of cholestasis, a condition where bile cannot flow from the liver to the duodenum. The pruritus, or itch, associated with cholestatic pruritus can be severe and may cause significant discomfort and distress.
Causes[edit]
Cholestatic pruritus is caused by cholestasis, a condition where bile, a substance produced by the liver to help digest fats, cannot flow from the liver to the duodenum. This can be due to a blockage in the bile ducts or a problem with the liver itself. Conditions that can cause cholestasis and subsequently cholestatic pruritus include primary biliary cirrhosis, primary sclerosing cholangitis, and certain medications.
Symptoms[edit]
The primary symptom of cholestatic pruritus is severe itching, which can be generalized or localized. Other symptoms can include jaundice, dark urine, pale stools, and fatigue.
Diagnosis[edit]
Diagnosis of cholestatic pruritus involves a thorough medical history and physical examination, as well as blood tests to check liver function and imaging studies to look for blockages in the bile ducts.
Treatment[edit]
Treatment for cholestatic pruritus focuses on addressing the underlying cause of the cholestasis. This can involve medication to improve bile flow, treating the underlying liver disease, or in some cases, surgery to relieve a blocked bile duct.
