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.
Garnet Birthstone. Garnet is the birthstone for those that are born on the month of January. The word Garnet derives from the 14th century where âgernetâ meant a deep red color. In addition, it is derived from the Latin word granatum, which means seed in this instance the seed of a pomegranate.