I also may have autoimmune hepatitis i've tested positive but my doc said some people can test positive and not really have it, i am on the higher end of the scale and will see my doctor in 2 weeks to discuss further testing, this may be something you should ask your doc about Boogie
It is not likely, but another possible cause is an autoimmune problem. I am 36 years old, and was recently diagnosed with this (sometimes called Autoimmune Hepatitis). They tested for viral cause (negative), and ruled out excess alcohol as a cause for me. Turned out to be this uncommon immune system problem. Basically, my immune system is attacking my liver. This is probably NOT what is happening to you (fatty liver is most likely), but it is worth making sure your docs know about it and are examining your results to rule it out. No need to panic, though, this autoimmune thing is a slow progressing and relatively rare disorder; you probably don't have it.
I agree with the others, probably best to stop alcohol (I know that stinks...I miss the occasional glass of wine) and try a low fat diet. That will likely fix it.
I did get a Liver Ultrasound and quite detailed testing for Hepatitis. All came back negative. I have not drank any alcohol for over 4 months. ?????
I have the same thing: ALT 62 and AST 45. But, a friend told me that eating meat increases the liver enzymes. So, I went without meat (and you should not drink ANY alcohol during this time either) for 10 days and was re-tested. My results: ALT 18, AST 18 and Alkaline Phos 70, Pancrease Lipase and Amalayse: Normal...Heptatitis Panel: Negative.
Do this and get re-tested!!!
It could be caused by a fatty liver. Fat can accumulate in your liver and can affect your AST and ALT. The doctor can check for this by a sonogram. They will also want to test for hepatitis. My numbers have been around 88 on ALT. Even after a biopsy they could not tell me anything. I know I do not exercise enough. I am considering going on a low fat diet. I am 30 years old.