Back to TopCauses. There are many causes of cholestasis. Extrahepatic cholestasis occurs outside the liver. It can be caused by: Bile duct tumors. Cysts. Narrowing of the bile duct (strictures) Stones in the common bile duct. Pancreatitis.
What is the meaning of the October birthstone? The word, âopalâ comes from the Greek term âopallos,â which stands for âto see a changeâ in color. It radiates a mysterious interplay of colors, which come out as delicate tints of different shades when observed from different angles.
Both topaz and citrine are the birthstones associated with the birth month of November. Topaz is the more common gemstone associated with November and comes in a variety of yellow hues. The name topaz comes from the Greek name for St. Johnâs Island located in the Red Sea, Topazios.