Understanding Fatty Liver: Causes, Concerns, and Management Tips
Liver issues? Hello Doctor: Since I enrolled last year, my liver enzyme levels have been over a hundred during my physical examination. Later, I visited Linkou Chang Gung Memorial Hospital for a consultation, where I underwent blood tests and an abdominal ultrasound. The doctor d...
Dr. Liang Jiade Reply:
Hello, there are many causes of abnormal liver function, including viral infections (hepatitis A to E), bacterial infections, medications, staying up late, fatty liver, autoimmune diseases, and more. Additionally, long-term exposure to certain chemicals (such as fluorinated compo...[Read More] Understanding Fatty Liver: Causes, Concerns, and Management Tips
Managing Liver Health: Alternatives to Hepatoprotective Medications
Liver An-Neng Hello, doctor! Last October, my liver enzyme levels were GOT 139 and GPT 293, and I visited the hospital (I am a carrier of Hepatitis B). The doctor recommended taking Liv52, and I have been taking it since then. However, Liv52 is not covered by health insurance, an...
Dr. Liang Jiade Reply:
Hello, (1) Is Hepatitis B medication covered by health insurance? Currently, under specific conditions, health insurance does provide coverage. There are other medications for Hepatitis B, but they are only used in special circumstances, and health insurance has not yet provided ...[Read More] Managing Liver Health: Alternatives to Hepatoprotective Medications
Understanding Liver Health: Concerns About Elevated Enzymes and Symptoms
Liver Hello, doctor! On May 25, 2003, I had a blood test showing GOT 50 and GPT 109. I have hepatitis B and was given a one-month supply of medication to take home (brown, 2 cm long soft gel capsules with a strong taste). I would like to ask... Recently, I often feel a tightness ...
Dr. Yang Peizhen Reply:
Hello: Seventy percent of hepatitis cases are asymptomatic, unless it is acute hepatitis (with GPT levels exceeding 500), which may lead to fatigue or loss of appetite. Therefore, the symptoms you described may be related to gastrointestinal issues or emotional stress, and are no...[Read More] Understanding Liver Health: Concerns About Elevated Enzymes and Symptoms
Seeking Follow-Up Care for Hepatitis B: Recommendations Needed
I need to schedule a follow-up appointment? Hello, I was hospitalized for ten days at San Chong Hospital last March due to acute hepatitis (at that time, blood tests revealed I had hepatitis B, with liver function indices around 3740, and I exhibited symptoms of jaundice. I was t...
Dr. Yang Peizhen Reply:
Hello: The principles for treating hepatitis B with Gan An are as follows: If the e-antigen is positive, continue treatment until the e-antigen turns negative (confirmed by two consecutive tests), and then continue for an additional three months, but not exceeding one year. If af...[Read More] Seeking Follow-Up Care for Hepatitis B: Recommendations Needed
Understanding Hepatitis C: Treatment Options and Costs Explained
Hepatitis C Hello Doctor: My brother had hepatitis B when he was a student, with liver enzyme levels close to 100. A few months ago, while serving in the military, he underwent tests at the Tri-Service General Hospital in Taipei and found that he no longer has hepatitis B but now...
Dr. Yang Peizhen Reply:
Hello! Your brother may be a carrier of Hepatitis B, and previously, due to the lack of testing for Hepatitis C, it was mistakenly believed to be only Hepatitis B; or Hepatitis C could be a new infection (which is less likely). The most important issue is how to determine which t...[Read More] Understanding Hepatitis C: Treatment Options and Costs Explained
Understanding Hepatitis B and C: Diagnosis, Treatment, and Costs in Taiwan
Liver Hello Doctor: My brother had hepatitis B when he was a student, with liver enzyme levels close to 100. A few months ago, while serving in the military, he underwent tests at the Tri-Service General Hospital in Taipei and found that he no longer has hepatitis B but has hepat...
Dr. Yang Peizhen Reply:
Hello! Your brother may be a carrier of Hepatitis B and could potentially have Hepatitis C, as he was previously not tested for Hepatitis C and mistakenly thought he only had Hepatitis B; or it is possible that Hepatitis C is newly acquired (though this is less likely). The most ...[Read More] Understanding Hepatitis B and C: Diagnosis, Treatment, and Costs in Taiwan
Assessing Medical Oversight: A Case Study of Jaundice Diagnosis in Hepatitis B
請提供您想詢問的內容，我將協助您進行翻譯。 I would like to ask how other physicians would diagnose a patient during their first visit on October 12. Does this constitute medical negligence? The patient, Xu Zhanwei, a 23-year-old male senior student, was confirmed to be a carrier of hepatitis B two ye...
Dr. Yang Peizhen Reply:
Hello! First, I must clarify that I am not a member of the Medical Evaluation Committee and do not have the authority to determine whether a physician has committed medical malpractice. Furthermore, I was not present during the consultation between the doctor and the patient, so ...[Read More] Assessing Medical Oversight: A Case Study of Jaundice Diagnosis in Hepatitis B
Can Colds Raise Liver Enzyme Levels After Hepatitis B Vaccine?
Liver function tests (LFTs) Dear Dr. Yang: Can a cold cause elevated liver enzymes? What symptoms might occur 15 days after receiving the first dose of the hepatitis B vaccine? What should I be aware of?
Dr. Yang Guojun Reply:
Some colds can cause elevated liver enzymes, and certain cold viruses may lead to liver dysfunction. Most individuals who receive the hepatitis B vaccine remain asymptomatic.[Read More] Can Colds Raise Liver Enzyme Levels After Hepatitis B Vaccine?
Understanding Right Rib Pain: When to Seek Medical Advice
Liver pain? The book mentions that one of the symptoms of hepatitis is pain under the right rib cage. I am experiencing this pain and I have a habit of staying up late, but I do not have any other symptoms. My health check showed normal liver enzyme levels and no hepatitis. Shoul...
Dr. Yang Guojun Reply:
Hepatitis rarely causes pain in the lower right quadrant. Your pain is likely 90% due to musculoskeletal pain. The method for examination is quite simple; you should go to the hospital for an ultrasound to rule out the possibility of liver cancer.[Read More] Understanding Right Rib Pain: When to Seek Medical Advice