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I would like to inquire about the abnormalities related to "amorphous phosphate." In March 2005, a health check was conducted, and the urine test showed an abnormal result of "amorphous phosphate (+)." I would like to ask: 1. What is amorphous phosphate? 2. Wh...

The issue of gallbladder sludge? I would like to ask about my previous visit to the doctor due to upper abdominal pain. After an ultrasound examination, it was found that my gallbladder is almost seven-tenths full of sludge. This condition occurred because I had been dieting and ...

Pain in the right upper abdomen and flank? Hello, I have a history of fatty liver disease and experience varying degrees of pain in my right abdomen, located around the right rib cage. Sometimes the pain extends to my lower back, and in severe cases, it causes pain and numbness i...

Regarding Hepatitis B carriers? Hello. I have been a carrier of hepatitis B for 6.7 years. I undergo blood tests or ultrasounds every six months, and most results are normal, but occasionally there are 1 or 2 exceptions. The most recent report indicated "alcoholic hepatitis&...

I have been experiencing diarrhea for a long time..? Dear Doctor: I have been suffering from chronic diarrhea for many years, occasionally experiencing constipation, but mostly diarrhea. Recently, this past week, I have been going to the bathroom an average of twice a day, accomp...

Question Dr. Chen: Hello! I was diagnosed with mitral valve prolapse only this year. I am currently taking Conor for management, but since starting the medication, I have increasingly felt short of breath, especially at night. Sometimes, I feel like I'm in a state of hypoxia...

Elevated alkaline phosphatase levels? Hello Dr. Chen, I would like to ask you a question regarding my recent urine and blood test results. The liver function tests showed the following: - Total Protein: 7.5 g/dL (Reference range: 6.0-8.2 g/dL) - Albumin: 4.43 g/dL (Reference ...

Polycystic liver and kidney disease Dr. Chen: Hello! My father (86 years old) was hospitalized in early January this year due to gastrointestinal bleeding and received treatment in the emergency room of a hospital in Taipei. His condition improved, and he was discharged a week la...

The issue of being completely unable to move the upper body..? Hello: Whenever I engage in any physical activity that involves my upper body, I experience the following symptoms (regardless of the intensity): 1. Extreme dizziness and severe pain in my head 2. My vision becomes co...

Calcification in the right liver lobe? Hello Dr. Chen, I underwent a health check at the joint outpatient center of the National Health Insurance Administration. An abdominal ultrasound revealed a 0.55 cm calcification in the right liver lobe. My AST is 23, ALT is 20, and other l...

Sudden sharp pain on the right side of the back caused by turning over? Hello Dr. Chen, last night when I went to bed, I was lying on my side with my left knee bent and turned to the right when I suddenly experienced a sharp, severe pain on the right side of my back that lasted f...

Postprandial back pain? Dr. Chen: Over two years ago, I started experiencing back pain (located in the middle of the spine, behind the stomach) about 1-2 hours after eating fatty foods (such as chips and fries) before dinner. The pain lasts for several hours and sometimes is seve...

Redness and swelling? I experience redness and swelling in my toes every winter. Could this be caused by gout or uric acid?

Prolonged sitting and inability to stand can be symptoms of several conditions, including musculoskeletal disorders, nerve compression, or circulatory issues. It may also indicate conditions such as lumbar disc herniation, sciatica, or peripheral neuropathy. A thorough evaluation...

I'm really troubled! My son is thirteen years old and typically has a bowel movement about once every one to two days (at most three days), which should be considered fairly normal. However, it is strange that his stools seem particularly large and often clog the toilet, lea...

Elevated liver enzymes? Hello, I would like to ask a question. If a health check report shows elevated levels of SGOT (AST) at 42 and SGPT (ALT) at 101, what does this indicate about liver health, and how should one pay attention to and manage this situation? Thank you!

Questions about the liver? Last year, I experienced suspected acute hepatitis, with GOT and GPT levels reaching as high as 2000. This is true. 1. I would like to ask if this poses any problems for me and whether there could be other complications. 2. If I become ill again, could ...

What problem does my liver have? I received my health check report from college, and my liver function test showed that my SGPT level is 54, which exceeds the normal range of 5-42. What does this indicate? I generally have a regular routine, do not smoke or drink alcohol, and usu...

Urgent... Regarding liver issues? Hello, doctor. Recently, I was hit while playing basketball, and the impact was around my liver area. It hurt a lot, to the point where I felt weak. After resting for about 5 minutes, the pain subsided. Is it possible that I have a liver rupture?...

What are the functions of arginine? Hello Doctor: After the metabolism of arginine, nitric oxide (NO) is produced. How effective is the consumption of commercially available arginine supplements in improving peripheral blood circulation? Is there a significant effect on male sexu...