The most usual pregnancy-specific liver condition that commonly exhibits in the third trimester is intrahepatic cholestasis (IHC). Maternal non-pruritic rash and jaundice are clinical signs; and abnormal liver function tests, especially elevated blood bile acids, are the laboratory findings. Pregnancy-related IHC is linked to a higher risk of unfavorable perinatal consequences including stillbirth, meconium-stained amniotic fluid, and spontaneous premature delivery especially when combined with COVID-19 infection. The treatment for it typically involves ursodeoxycholic acid. There is mounting evidence that IHC during pregnancy may have long-term effects on the health of both the mother and the fetus. Therefore, to have a better understanding of the etiology, management and consequences on maternal and fetal wellbeing, with concurrent COVID-19 infection; here is a case of a 25-year-old second gravida with IHC with concurrent COVID-19 infection in the discussion.

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