Liver function, Family Medicine FAQ - Page 3

Feeling sleepy all day long? In the past two weeks, I've been feeling unusually fatigued and waking up with sore eyes every day. I underwent an abdominal ultrasound and liver function tests, all of which came back normal, except for the presence of small polyps in my gallbla...

Feeling fatigued and drowsy? Could it be due to Mediterranean anemia or fatty liver disease? Hello Dr. Chen, I have been diagnosed with beta-thalassemia since childhood. I failed two blood tests before my military service, both due to "beta-thalassemia." Additionally, d...

Urethritis and limb numbness? Doctor, I have a question. In the past, I underwent a colonoscopy due to discomfort, which later evolved into long-term issues. I initially thought it was a gastrointestinal problem, but during severe episodes, I experienced lower abdominal pain and ...

26-Year-Old Health Checkup As a 26-year-old looking to undergo a health check-up while working in the decoration industry, and considering your lifestyle factors such as not drinking alcohol, not smoking, and not chewing betel nut, but being frequently exposed to secondhand smoke...

Health Report Hello, doctor. I previously had a health check-up due to work and have some questions to ask you. I am 20 years old, 155 cm tall, and weigh 62 kg. The report indicates abdominal obesity, overweight, a white blood cell count of 11,500, the presence of glucose in urin...

Chronic issues Hello, doctor. Recently, I have been experiencing long-term fatigue, lack of energy, excessive sleepiness, occasional shortness of breath, chest tightness, and poor memory (most notably over the past seven years). Rest and sleep can alleviate the fatigue, but the r...

Sleep study Hello Doctor, I underwent a PSG (with ENT) and while the validity was over 90%, the hospital's bed was too hard and the sound insulation was poor. I clearly remember that I only slept about 2 to 3 hours (I rarely experience insomnia). I spent most of the first ha...

Aminotransferase Hello Doctor: I recently had a company health check, and the report shows that my serum glutamate-pyruvate transaminase (SGPT) level is highlighted in red. The reference range is 0-55, and my test result is 74. Could you please let me know what this indicates abo...

I can't distinguish whether it's a physiological issue or depression-related anxiety? Hello, doctor. I am an 18-year-old college student. Over the past two years, I have lost about 10 kilograms, but I did not intentionally lose weight; I just feel that my appetite is no...

I would like to inquire about the health check results? Hello Doctor, I would like to ask you about my father's health check-up report results: <1> Male, 63 years old, 180 cm, 72 kg <2> Electrocardiogram: Abnormal R wave, abnormal ST segment, heart murmur <3&g...

Peripheral edema I have been experiencing erysipelas in my left foot, which sometimes causes pain, prompting me to take anti-inflammatory medication prescribed by the hospital. When the pain is more severe, I also receive anti-inflammatory injections, which provide some relief. T...

Please provide the content you would like me to translate into English? Hello: 1. I usually work the night shift, and although my liver function tests are normal, should I take any specific supplements? 2. Sometimes, usually in the afternoon, I experience mild headaches. Coul...

Strange Symptoms After a Cold On July 21 and 22, I had a cold with symptoms of dizziness and headache. I experienced a low-grade fever and occasional sweating, but never had a high fever. On July 23, I no longer had a headache but had a runny nose and sneezing (I usually have all...

Liver function Hello, doctor. I recently had a blood test and found that my ALT (SGPT) level is 71, while the normal range is up to 41, so it's only slightly elevated. I would like to ask if this is considered liver dysfunction. Thank you for taking the time to answer!

Unknown gas Hello: Today, while passing by a certain location, I noticed a worker spraying some kind of gas that had a paint-like odor. Although I passed quickly, my eyes and skin were still exposed to this gas, and I inhaled a small amount of it. Currently, my eyes and skin feel...

Smelling toxic gases? Dear Doctor: While I was at work, I detected what seemed to be toxic gas (coming in from outside). Due to my busy schedule, I did not close the window or leave the area and stayed for about half an hour. After that, I started feeling a bit dizzy and had diff...

Could you please provide more details about your eye condition? Since elementary school, my eyes have been yellowish, and I also have nasal allergies. Every morning when I wake up, my eyes are very red, making them look quite alarming. This summer, I went to a large hospital for ...

Leg edema I would like to inquire about my mother. Her feet swell approximately every month, and we are unsure of the cause. The swelling lasts for about a week and then subsides, only to return a month later. This has been happening for six months. She has hepatitis B but does n...

Liver I have been troubled by chronic bad breath for a long time, so I went to see a gastroenterologist. They were unwilling to perform any other tests and just said, "Just take medication," but I didn't believe that! Fortunately, I encountered a meticulous family ...

Leukopenia Hello Doctor: I recently had a physical examination; the results showed a fasting blood glucose level of 109, liver function tests with GOT at 35 and GPT at 51, no Hepatitis B or C, urine with 1+ occult blood, and a white blood cell count of 3.8, which is below the nor...