I went for blood work a few months ago and my liver panel showed an elevated ALT (100) and AST (94) and ALK was slightly elevated but not sure of value. I had been drinking somewhat heavily for a few weeks before this test. My cholesterol also tested high at 270. Per the Dr's request, I abstained from alcohol for 1 month, started a low-fat diet, and began excersising much more regularly. I went back for follow-up bloodwork and was told that enzymes had began to normalize and the only one that was still slighlty elevated was ALT (82). Normal range from the lab was 5-60.
Here's my dilemma. Could alcohol have been the cause for these abnormalities? If so, does this mean I can never consume alcohol again? My Dr would like to re-test in 6 months. Should I be content with this? Should I seek a second opinion?
Since I found out about the elevated enzymes, I seem to be feeling discomformt (not really pain) in the RUQ and sometimes around to the center of the back. It seems to be after I eat meals, especially anything that contains fat. Could this be a gallbladder/gallstone problem? I now fear that I have liver cancer due to the hypochondriac in me.
I'm a 25 yo male, in realtively good shape but maybe 10-20 lbs over desired weight. I work out a lot and I'm 6'2" 225lbs. I have no other symptoms such as jaundice, ascites, or pain. I guess my real underlying question here is how concerned should I be at this point?