Feeling Tired, Constipated And Leg Pain. Have Elevate Alp And Ggt Level. Hepatitis Or Liver Tumor?
Your question is a very good one and I work on providing you with some information and recommendations.
You do have elevation of two of the liver enzymes which we often follow in checking routine blood tests. There are many many possible causes of this. I would hesitate to assume that it could be some type of cancer and I would more likely consider more common potential causes such as medication. In addition if there is a small Stone within the gallbladder which causes Impairment of flow of bile this can sometimes elevate liver enzymes as well.
A viral infection can also potentially cause elevation of liver enzymes. There are many different types of viruses which could cause this Including hepatitis virus.
Obesity can also cause an elevation of liver enzymes and changes within the liver including accumulation of fat. I'm not sure what your current weight is but I just want to provide you with this information for consideration.
I do not see any medications listed in your profile which would cause issues with liver enzymes. You should also be aware that anything that has Tylenol as a component may also affect liver enzymes.
I agree with checking the blood test again in two or three months. If the enzymes remain elevated additional testing might be reasonable including an ultrasound of the liver as well as testing for hepatitis virus.
At this time I would not worry too much about this. I would continue to lead an active lifestyle and continue a healthy diet and exercise regimen.
If you have any additional concerns regarding this matter I would be happy to discuss those with you.
Sincerely,
Dr. Galamaga
I cant explain the extreme pain in my legs from my low back though and thinking if anything in my liver is pressing up against a nerve or something silly like that. Hate to think the worse.
I don't think your liver is causing the issue thatyou have been experiencing with your legs. This is most likely something entirely different. It may be some type of musculoskeletal issue such as arthritis or some type of inflammation of the joints.
I would agree with repeating the ultrasound if you don't have a bleed. Perhaps a biopsy might be needed but I don't think this is anything worrisome as well.
I would encourage you to continue to follow up with your doctor as scheduled.
Thanks again for sending your question. Please let us know if you have any additional concerns.
Sincerely,
Dr. Galamaga
googled to search hepatitis symptoms it said inflamation in muscle and joints. I need
to know if my joints/muscle pain is related to hepatitis or not. I still dont know if it
Is hepatitis or what. Funny thing is i read hepatitis is caused by anul sex or other
disgusting acts which i dont do. I hardly have sex actually and not very active for a while
Becsuse of marriage problems and depression. Sex has been last on my mind for past
few years. Can u get hepatitis from cleaning up puppy poo. Im confused because
im a very fussy person with hygiene and always wash hands etc.
From the laboratory results you have sent you do not have hepatitis. In order to be 100% sure you could have your doctor check for hepatitis B or hepatitis C. I don't think you have hepatitis but if you would like this for your own reassurance it would be reasonable to check. You cannot get hepatitis from cleaning up dog feces.
Dr Galamaga