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What Causes Elevated Liver Enzymes Along With Excessive Weight Loss?
A friends 19 year old son suddenly lost 14 lbs in the last month and has a high liver enzymes reading over 400. He is also losing hair on his head in different spots. Generally he feels tired most of the time. What direction should the family take regarding his care.
Thu, 29 Mar 2018
Hello,
As liver enzymes are elevated, they can be a liver disease like hepatitis. For further workup following investigation is done.
-Ultrasound abdomen
-Serum hepatitis A virus (HAV) antibody investigation
-Serum HBsAg
-Serum hepatitis C virus (HCV) antibody investigation
According to reports and cause further specific treatment given. Consult gastroenterologist for examination.
Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.
Regards,
Dr. Parth Goswami
As liver enzymes are elevated, they can be a liver disease like hepatitis. For further workup following investigation is done.
-Ultrasound abdomen
-Serum hepatitis A virus (HAV) antibody investigation
-Serum HBsAg
-Serum hepatitis C virus (HCV) antibody investigation
According to reports and cause further specific treatment given. Consult gastroenterologist for examination.
Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.
Regards,
Dr. Parth Goswami
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