What liver diseases are more common in pregnant women?
Certain liver conditions are more prevalent or can be exacerbated during pregnancy, including:
- Intrahepatic cholestasis of pregnancy (ICP): Characterized by severe itching and elevated bile acids. - Acute fatty liver of pregnancy (AFLP): A rare but serious condition causing liver failure. - HELLP syndrome: A severe form of preeclampsia involving hemolysis, elevated liver enzymes, and low platelets.
