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Gastroenterology (Expert Forum)
elavated liver scores
Answered by
Kevin Pho, MD - Internal Medicine
KevinMD.com
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elavated liver scores
by michele332, May 09, 2007 12:00AM
My husband is 40 years old and in the best shape of his life. He has worked with a trainer for a year, runs 6 days a week, no drugs or alcohol, but his AST level is 108 and the ALT is 67. He is scheduled for an ultrasound this week. The only other symptoms he has complained about for approx. a year is chronic back pain. Two doctors have said his back is perfectly fine and he needs to quite running. Could these be connected and what could be the medical possibilities with the levels?
Doctor's Answer
by Kevin Pho, MD, May 10, 2007 12:00AM
, May 10, 2007 12:00AM
I agree with the ultrasound. I would also obtain blood tests to look for hepatitis.
Regarding the chronic back pain, a referral to an orthopedist can be considered. Imaging the back with plain films or an MRI can be considered to determine if there are any bony abnormalities or disc disease.
If the liver enzymes continue to rise despite negative testing, a liver biopsy can be considered.
These options can be discussed with your personal physician.
Followup with your physician is essential.
This answer is not intended as and does not substitute for medical advice - the information presented is for patient education only. Please see your personal physician for further evaluation of your individual case.
Kevin, M.D.
kevinmd_
Regarding the chronic back pain, a referral to an orthopedist can be considered. Imaging the back with plain films or an MRI can be considered to determine if there are any bony abnormalities or disc disease.
If the liver enzymes continue to rise despite negative testing, a liver biopsy can be considered.
These options can be discussed with your personal physician.
Followup with your physician is essential.
This answer is not intended as and does not substitute for medical advice - the information presented is for patient education only. Please see your personal physician for further evaluation of your individual case.
Kevin, M.D.
kevinmd_
