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What Can Happen If The LDH Is Little High?
I am 53 yrs old, approx 5' 1" & 100 lbs over weight. I take lipitor and atenolol but do not have high blood pressure. I've had 3 blood tests over a period of 6-8 months and all have had slightly elevated LDH (approx 20 points above normal range). My doctor is unconcerned and not ordering any additional tests. I've learned that this can mean metasticized cancer and I am very concerned. What do you advise me to do?
Thu, 17 Jul 2014
Hi,
Thanks for asking.
LDH is elevated in multiple conditions. Little high without any symptoms does not have any significance. Exercise is one of the commonest cause. If a cancer is diagnosed, for prognosis it might be helpful.
If you have any other specific symptoms, let me know. I will try to help you further.
Dr. Prakash HM
Thanks for asking.
LDH is elevated in multiple conditions. Little high without any symptoms does not have any significance. Exercise is one of the commonest cause. If a cancer is diagnosed, for prognosis it might be helpful.
If you have any other specific symptoms, let me know. I will try to help you further.
Dr. Prakash HM
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