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Could The Increased SGPT Value Is Because A Portion Of The Muscle Tissue Damaged During Mastectomy And Will It Damage The Liver?

Hi I am Anne and recently had mastectomy (Nov. 14, 2013) and was diagnosed with Mucinous Breast Carcinoma and on my 8th day taking tamoxifen (Started taking on Dec 20, 2013 every 8pm). On the 6th day of tamoxifen I underwent blood test of Glucose (FBS) 4.42, Creatinine 56.76, SGPT 55.23, Alkaline phosphatase105.8, & Total Bilirubin 13.33. However, I noticed that my SGPT is above normal. Is it because that a portion of my muscle tissue was damaged since it was also removed during mastectomy? Or is it a side effect of tamoxifen that made my SGPT elevate. What probably is the reason that elevate my SGPT? Does this elevation can immediately affect and damage my liver? On the other hand, is it safe to take ferrous sulfate 325 mg with tamoxifen without hurting my liver? My CBC test results were Hemoglobin 107, Erythrocyte numc 5.14, Leukocyte 4.4, Leukocyte Segs 0.41, Lymphocyctes 0.53, Monocytes 0.06, MCV 68.3, MCH 20.8, MCHC 30.4, Erythrocyte volfr 0.35, Thrombocyte numc 272. Thanks and Happy Holidays.
Tue, 31 Dec 2013
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Hi ! Good morning and a Happy New Year. I am Dr Shareef answering your query.

Your blood test reports specially the serum bilirubin and creatinine levels warrant immediate attention of your treating doctor. Therefore, I would advise you to visit your doctor without any delay as it will not be possible to give opinion over the net without proper examination of the patient.

I hope this information would help you in discussing with your family physician/treating doctor in further management of your problem. Please do not hesitate to ask in case of any further doubts.
Thanks for choosing health care magic to clear doubts on your health problems. Wishing you an early recovery. Dr Shareef.




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Could The Increased SGPT Value Is Because A Portion Of The Muscle Tissue Damaged During Mastectomy And Will It Damage The Liver?

Hi ! Good morning and a Happy New Year. I am Dr Shareef answering your query. Your blood test reports specially the serum bilirubin and creatinine levels warrant immediate attention of your treating doctor. Therefore, I would advise you to visit your doctor without any delay as it will not be possible to give opinion over the net without proper examination of the patient. I hope this information would help you in discussing with your family physician/treating doctor in further management of your problem. Please do not hesitate to ask in case of any further doubts. Thanks for choosing health care magic to clear doubts on your health problems. Wishing you an early recovery. Dr Shareef.