Asked by Ilove40
I had a few severe itching episodes about two weeks ago, the itching has been really mild in comparison since then, but still has not subsided. I was tested for bile acid levels 3 days after the initial intense itching began and my level came back at a 10. Is this considered mild OC? I am finding a lot of conflicting info on when it is considered OC, some say 10 to <40 is mild OC (>40 severe), and some say >10 is the starting point (meaning OC is diagnosed at 11). Either way, just curious if you have had a similar experience, when did they consider it OC (bile acid level)? And whether or not you guys think I should request a retest. TIA.
*I sent a message to my Midwife this morning as well to see what she thinks of my results since I haven't heard from them and the results were posted on my online chart yesterday morning.
This question was asked Jun. 21, 2017 2:22pm
Category: Pregnancy Complications
Answer This Question
Q: Obstetric Cholestasis (OC) & Bile Acid Test Levels Question
Hello ladies,I had a few severe itching episodes about two weeks ago, the itching has been really mild in comparison since then, but still has not subsided. I was tested for bile acid levels 3 days after the initial intense itching began and my level came back at a 10. Is this considered mild OC? I am finding a lot of conflicting info on when it is considered OC, some say 10 to <40 is mild OC (>40 severe), and some say >10 is the starting point (meaning OC is diagnosed at 11). Either way, just curious if you have had a similar experience, when did they consider it OC (bile acid level)? And whether or not you guys think I should request a retest. TIA.
*I sent a message to my Midwife this morning as well to see what she thinks of my results since I haven't heard from them and the results were posted on my online chart yesterday morning.
This question was asked Jun. 21, 2017 2:22pm
Category: Pregnancy Complications
Answer This Question