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Hi Doctor My Liver Enzymes Are Elevated As Per The

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Posted on Thu, 24 Jan 2019
Question: hi doctor my liver enzymes are elevated as per the last health check up i got done. what should i do ?

AST 157.0
ALT 130.0
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Answered by Dr. Dr. Yogesh D (3 hours later)
Brief Answer:
Stop alcohol consumption if you do, check for viral hepatitis.

Detailed Answer:
Hello Ms XXXXXXX

Welcome to Ask a Doctor service.

Your liver enzymes are mildly elevated and need close monitoring.

The cause for liver damage needs to confirmed.

Common causes that cause liver damage include viral hepatitis, alcohol consumption, taking medicines like paracetamol, autoimmune disorders or iron overload.

You must consult your local doctor to find out the cause for your elevated liver enzymes.

Drink plenty of fluids,

Do not drink alcohol,

Do not self medicate,

Repeat liver enzyme levels after 15 days to see if they have come back to normal.

I hope that answers your query. You are most welcome to ask me if you have any additional doubts or questions.

Best wishes.
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Hi Doctor My Liver Enzymes Are Elevated As Per The

Brief Answer: Stop alcohol consumption if you do, check for viral hepatitis. Detailed Answer: Hello Ms XXXXXXX Welcome to Ask a Doctor service. Your liver enzymes are mildly elevated and need close monitoring. The cause for liver damage needs to confirmed. Common causes that cause liver damage include viral hepatitis, alcohol consumption, taking medicines like paracetamol, autoimmune disorders or iron overload. You must consult your local doctor to find out the cause for your elevated liver enzymes. Drink plenty of fluids, Do not drink alcohol, Do not self medicate, Repeat liver enzyme levels after 15 days to see if they have come back to normal. I hope that answers your query. You are most welcome to ask me if you have any additional doubts or questions. Best wishes.