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When Will GGT Level Return To Normal Level Without Consumption Of Alcohol?

Hi I had a blood test which showed a high ggt level due to heavy acohol intake the previous week. I dont have an issue with alcohol so was wondering how soon it would take the ggt level to return to normal levels. I ask as I have to have a range that is near normal for the job I hope to take up soon ?
Wed, 7 May 2014
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Hello
Thanks for writing to HCM

Yes,GGT level will become normal after discontinuing alcohol.
Increased GGT indicates alcoholic liver injury.It is important to know other parameters of LFT like bilirubin level,SGPT etc.It is also important to know lipid profile.
You can take tablet Ursodeoxycholic acid 300 mg twice daily for three months.It will help in regeneration of liver cells.
You should avoid red meat and high fat milk products.
Cook food in olive or canola oil.
You should take limited salt in your diet.
Take lot of fruits and vegetables.You should also increase your physical activity in the form of walking and exercise.

Get well soon.
Take Care
Dr.Indu Bhushan
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When Will GGT Level Return To Normal Level Without Consumption Of Alcohol?

Hello Thanks for writing to HCM Yes,GGT level will become normal after discontinuing alcohol. Increased GGT indicates alcoholic liver injury.It is important to know other parameters of LFT like bilirubin level,SGPT etc.It is also important to know lipid profile. You can take tablet Ursodeoxycholic acid 300 mg twice daily for three months.It will help in regeneration of liver cells. You should avoid red meat and high fat milk products. Cook food in olive or canola oil. You should take limited salt in your diet. Take lot of fruits and vegetables.You should also increase your physical activity in the form of walking and exercise. Get well soon. Take Care Dr.Indu Bhushan