Your AST and ALT levels are certainly elevated, but that does'nt mean for certain that you have cirrhosis or need a transplant. That would seem a little extreme to me. You're moving too far ahead. Take it one step at a time. For now just keep off alcohol and take your tests again in 2 weeks time. Do the entire LFT, scan and lipids too, while you're about it. See what the results are. In all probability it will be lower. But if the levels of ALT, AST, bilirubin etc are high and above normal, then you need to see a doctor and work out the treatment. Its not yet the end of the world, but do take notice of this wake up call !!
Liver enzymes can be or return to normal with cirrhosis so imaging is probably a good idea. Stopping alcohol can halt the progression of cirrhosis. As for a transplat, alcholic cirrhosis makes you no less deserving of a transplat than someone who has viral hepititus.
Take care!
Thanks for your comment!!!
I have quit drinking for a week and have no side effects nor do I plan on relapsing. Do you think I need the MRI or CT if I do not relapse. The economy is not helping with costs and wonder if they could do anything if I do have damage. I don't want a transplant if needed as my condition is self imposed and many livers are needed for transplant by non self imposed conditions.
I really appreciate your help!!!!
Retesting is a logical next step but I would definitely see a gastrologist. CT scan and MRI can also help to identify if there has been any damage. Gout is irritated by alcohol especially beer. I would heed this as a wake up call to quit drinking for good. You may not get another chance.
Take care.