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I am experiencing in vomit and shortness of breath. Why?
Query: Hi doctor, I am a 36-year-old male. I had my checkup and GGT was 51 and ALT was 67 all others were within limits. Now I have a problem of headache, fast heartbeat only when trying to sleep, also feel like my left chest has a lot of gas. Why I am especially worried is I vomited and I highly suspect... Read Full »
Answer: Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. As per the liver function test (LFT) of your blood, you have a mild increase in GGT (gamma-glutamyl transferase) and ALT (alanine aminotransferase). GGT suggests there is a possibility of mild damage to the liver and biliary system especially due to alcohol. We need to ha... Read Full »
How to manage an enlarged spleen, GGT, and platelets issues?
Query: Hi doctor, I am a 37-year-old male. I am six feet tall and weigh 180 lbs. I recently was found with an incidental finding of a slightly enlarged spleen about four years ago. It is 15 cm in size, and it has not increased. My spleen was found to be large because of the low platelets I have. It has bee... Read Full »
Answer: Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. I thoroughly read your query and understand your concern. All your investigations are normal. Platelet is also fine. It seems that an enlarged spleen is unlikely here. But still, if it is there, we need to find the cause. It does not look serious, as there is no jaundi... Read Full »
My GGT and ALP are increased in my blood report. Kindly clarify about it.
Query: Hello doctor, I went to do a blood test as part of imitating a weight loss program, but I have some elevated GGT, alkaline phosphate, etc., so need some clarification about it. Read Full »
Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. You are reporting to have high GGT (gamma-glutamyl transferase) and alkaline phosphatase level. These findings are more related to, 1. Alcohol use. 2. Gallbladder issues like sludge ore inflammation. 3. Drugs side effects (rarely). This is why I suggest doing an... Read Full »
I am 36 years old, and my GGT level is 147 IU/L . What could be the reason?
Query: Hello doctor, I am 36 years old. I never had an alcohol-drinking habit, but my GGT level is 147 IU/L. I have had burning pain on the left abdominal side for 15 years. I consulted specialist doctors, but they said it might be due to gastritis and had medications for the same. However, I am still h... Read Full »
Answer: Hello,Welcome to icliniq.com.1. Is your abdominal pain on the left side only?2. Are you overweight or obese?Obesity can cause an increase in isolated GGT (gamma-glutamyl transferase) levels. But we need to rule out other possible causes for elevated GGT levels. For example, it can rise in cholangiti... Read Full »
What should I do to lower my raised GGT values?
Query: Hello doctor, I am 37 years old. My GGT value is high 330, and I am an alcoholic. I have stopped alcohol for 15 days. I do not have any symptoms regarding this issue. Please help. Read Full »
Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. I have seen the report (attachment removed to protect patient identity). Here GGT (gamma glutamyl transferase) is not the only value that is raised, but other liver enzymes are too in abnormal ranges. If you are destined to stop alcohol, then I think you need not w... Read Full »
How concerning is increased GGT levels with hepatocellular parenchymal disease?
Query: Hello doctor, I am 47 years old with a history of alcohol abuse. My ALT is 50 and normal AST. Ultrasound reading said Hyperechoic liver may represent fatty infiltration or hepatocellular parenchymal disease. Is this severe? Would fibrosis be noted in the report? Read Full »
Answer: Hi, Welcome toicliniq.com. To identify fibrosis you need to get a fibroscan (transient elastography). How are your other blood reports? Are you symptomatic now? Please send across details so that further discussion can be done. Read Full »
My serum GGT levels are elevated despite giving up alcohol. Please help.
Query: Hello doctor, Serum GGT levels are elevated despite giving up alcohol. Even before, the frequency of drinking was maximum once in a week (90 ml). What does this imply? Please help. Read Full »
Dr. Ambalathu Veettil Hussain Shihaz
Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. There are a few questions regarding your health and lifestyle that would help in finding the answers to your query. 1. Have you had any jaundice recently or ever? 2. How long have you been taking alcohol? 3. Is there anyone in the family (siblings, parents) who ha... Read Full »
My GGT levels are high. What should I do? Should I take any tests?
Query: Hi doctor, I received my blood reports today, and the GGT levels were elevated. My liver enzymes were constantly high, as I had previously been informed. I do not consume alcohol. I take tablet Carbamazepine 500 mg daily for epilepsy and tablet Salpraz for dyspepsia, which I understand may both aggr... Read Full »
Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. I understand your concern. Have you taken any abdominal ultrasounds? Do you suffer from fatty liver? Please respond to all these questions for better evaluation and assessment. There is no need to be anxious about such a value. Read Full »
What are the harmful effects of elevated GGT?
Query: Hello doctor,I got my blood test results showing a GGT of 92. I know it is high because of alcohol, but I do not know what it means to me. Should I go to the hospital immediately? Is it an impending liver failure in weeks, months, or years? Would this mean I am already showing evident signs of probl... Read Full »
Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. I understand that you have doubts regarding GGT (gamma glutaryl transferase) enzyme values. Let me first explain to you a little about the enzyme. GGT is an enzyme found in cell membranes of many tissues, mainly in the liver, kidney, and pancreas. GGT levels can ... Read Full »
Is it safe to take liver medicines along with BP medicine?
Query: Hello doctor, I was detected with mild hepatomegaly with fatty changes. My SGOT is 52, SGPT 99, and GGT is 110. Doctor gave me Heptagon tablet twice daily, Nusam 200 twice daily, and Ursocol twice daily. Is it fine to take these medicines? Is it a heavy dose? Already, I am taking Tazloc 40, Nebi... Read Full »
Answer: Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. I can understand your concern. According to your statement, you have been suffering from mild hepatomegaly with fatty changes. I have gone through your investigation reports (attachment removed to protect patient identity) and found that your triglycerides level... Read Full »