Understanding Discomfort in the Upper Right Abdomen: Causes and Next Steps
What could be the causes of discomfort in the right upper abdomen? Recently, I often feel a strange sensation in my upper right abdomen (just below the chest, within the rib cage). It doesn't feel like pain or nausea; it's more like a feeling of pressure. I'm not v...
Dr. Cai Zonglong Reply:
Hello, your symptoms are similar to those experienced by many carriers of Hepatitis B. Generally, it could be due to fatty liver or other causes that may be affecting the nerves. I recommend that you visit a hepatobiliary department at a hospital for an ultrasound to rule out any...[Read More] Understanding Discomfort in the Upper Right Abdomen: Causes and Next Steps
Understanding Elevated Liver Enzymes: What SGOT and SGPT Levels Mean
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!
Dr. Chen Jingwen Reply:
Hello, the liver function indices GOT 42 and GPT 101 may have the following possible causes: 1. Chronic hepatitis, including known hepatitis B and C. 2. Fatty liver: liver function may be abnormally elevated but can also be normal; such indices usually indicate a more benign chan...[Read More] Understanding Elevated Liver Enzymes: What SGOT and SGPT Levels Mean
What Does an Elevated SGPT Level Mean for Your Liver Health?
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...
Dr. Chen Jingwen Reply:
Hello, the liver function test (commonly measured by GPT) shows an elevation of 54. Possible causes include: 1. Chronic hepatitis B or C 2. Fatty liver (caused by obesity, high blood lipids, etc.) 3. Other infections, such as a cold 4. Issues with the gallbladder or bile ducts 5....[Read More] What Does an Elevated SGPT Level Mean for Your Liver Health?
Managing Elevated Liver Fat: Dietary Tips and Supplements for Improvement
Slightly elevated liver fat? Hello, Doctor: I usually take zinc supplements regularly, and I recently found out during a health check that my liver fat levels are slightly elevated. I would like to ask if this is related to my vitamin intake. The physician at the testing center a...
Dr. Cai Zonglong Reply:
Hello, fatty liver is generally diagnosed using ultrasound. It is typically caused by excessive fat accumulation in the liver, which can be classified into pathological and physiological responses. Pathological fatty liver is caused by other diseases such as hepatitis, alcohol co...[Read More] Managing Elevated Liver Fat: Dietary Tips and Supplements for Improvement
Understanding Skin Bumps: Are They Linked to Liver Health?
I'm sorry, but I need more context to provide an accurate translation. Could you please provide additional information or clarify your request? Hello Dr. Zhao, I have recently developed some bumps on my forehead, and there's just a small one on my right cheek. I read i...
Dr. Zhao Chongliang Reply:
The liver is a detoxifying organ, so poor liver function can lead to the circulation of toxic substances in the bloodstream. The skin contains many tiny blood vessels, and when harmful substances circulate in the blood, they can cause various changes in the skin, such as roughnes...[Read More] Understanding Skin Bumps: Are They Linked to Liver Health?
Managing Diabetes: Risks of Poor Diet and Alcohol Consumption
Diabetes mellitus Hello Dr. Ke: I hope it's not too presumptuous to ask you a few questions. Question 1: My father has been suffering from diabetes for about a year and takes diabetes medication daily, but he hasn't been very careful with his diet and has a habit of dri...
Dr. Ke Zhengchang Reply:
The treatment for diabetes includes diet, medication, exercise, and a healthy lifestyle, along with monitoring blood glucose and other metabolic parameters. Simply taking medication is not sufficient; if dietary habits are not considered, blood glucose levels may remain poorly co...[Read More] Managing Diabetes: Risks of Poor Diet and Alcohol Consumption
Understanding Hyperthyroidism and Its Risks: A Family Health Concern
Hyperthyroidism Doctor: Hello! My husband's brother passed away in early April due to cholecystitis and hyperthyroidism, despite resuscitation efforts for only two hours. He was a carrier of hepatitis B. A few days before his death, he had a fever. My husband has the same co...
Dr. Tang Jieru Reply:
Hello Joanna: Chronic hepatitis B is a lifelong condition, and current medical treatments cannot eliminate the virus from the body. The best approach is to have regular monitoring. I recommend that your husband undergo blood tests and ultrasound examinations every six months, so ...[Read More] Understanding Hyperthyroidism and Its Risks: A Family Health Concern
Understanding Adrenal Issues: Weight Gain and Health Concerns
~Adrenal gland issues~ Hello Doctor: Last week, I visited the endocrinology department at Kaohsiung Medical University because I gained 25 kg in a year. I used to weigh 57 kg, and now I weigh 82 kg. I eat very little and do not feel hungry. The doctor suspects that there may be a...
Dr. Hong Hongchang Reply:
Fatty liver is caused by endocrine disorders, hyperlipidemia, alcohol consumption, or viral hepatitis. Therefore, it may be necessary to treat the underlying conditions, and it is hoped that follow-up can be conducted in the gastroenterology and hepatology department.[Read More] Understanding Adrenal Issues: Weight Gain and Health Concerns
Understanding Chronic Fatigue: Causes and Solutions for Your Symptoms
Always feeling fatigued? Hello Dr. Kuo, I have been feeling fatigued for the past few years, and it has severely affected my daily work and life. I feel drowsy and lack energy every day. Today, I went to the hospital in Taoyuan for a blood test, and the results showed that I have...
Dr. Guo Conghuai Reply:
Hello Mr. Elton: Blood tests should not indicate fatty liver; it is typically diagnosed through ultrasound. High blood lipids usually do not cause fatigue; it is advisable to address lifestyle stressors. The causes of fatty liver include alcohol consumption, obesity, and lack of ...[Read More] Understanding Chronic Fatigue: Causes and Solutions for Your Symptoms
Understanding Your Health Check Report: Low White Blood Cells and Elevated Liver Function
Regarding the health examination report? A low white blood cell count of 3280/ml, elevated blood lipids, elevated liver function indices, and mild hematuria in the examination report may indicate several potential health issues. 1. **Low White Blood Cell Count (Leukopenia)**: T...
Dr. Li Huixiong Reply:
Sorry! The information you provided is incomplete. Please attach the data from the test report. Thank you![Read More] Understanding Your Health Check Report: Low White Blood Cells and Elevated Liver Function
Understanding Gastrointestinal Discomfort: Insights for Office Workers
Gastrointestinal discomfort? Hello! I am an office worker and spend most of my time sitting in the office. I have low physical activity, and my Hepatitis B surface antigen is positive, while the e antigen is negative. My weight and height are 70 kg and 173 cm, respectively. I smo...
Dr. Yang Guojun Reply:
1. Your condition may involve hepatitis B, fatty liver, duodenal ulcer, and irritable bowel syndrome, along with renal insufficiency. Please start by losing weight, quitting smoking, and undergoing triple therapy for the treatment of the duodenal ulcer. 2. The presence of hepat...[Read More] Understanding Gastrointestinal Discomfort: Insights for Office Workers
Managing Hormone Use and Liver Function in Menopausal Women
Hormone Use and Liver Function Dear Dr. Yang, My mother is 58 years old and has a history of diabetes, fatty liver disease, and impaired liver function. Recently, due to her liver issues, her doctor recommended discontinuing hormone therapy, which has left her struggling with me...
Dr. Yang Guojun Reply:
It is recommended to continue hormone therapy. As for fatty liver and hepatitis, treatment should be sought at our clinic.[Read More] Managing Hormone Use and Liver Function in Menopausal Women
Managing Chronic Hepatitis B: Treatment, Diet, and Lifestyle Tips
Hepatitis B Hello Dr. Yang: I am a carrier of Hepatitis B. I would like to know if I need treatment for this condition. What should I pay attention to in my diet and daily life? How should I take care of myself? I have undergone several examinations, but my doctors have not menti...
Dr. Yang Guojun Reply:
Important Information for Hepatitis Survival The causes of hepatitis include viral, drug-induced, alcoholic, and autoimmune types. Viral hepatitis is classified into types A, B, C, D, E, and G. The progression of the disease often follows the sequence: hepatitis >> cirrhos...[Read More] Managing Chronic Hepatitis B: Treatment, Diet, and Lifestyle Tips
Can Fish Oil Help Reduce Fatty Liver? Tips and Recommendations
Fatty liver disease My mother has been diagnosed with fatty liver and has blisters on it after examination. I heard that deep-sea fish oil can help reduce fat; is this true? What are some good recommendations? Besides dietary control, are there other options to lower fatty liver ...
Dr. Chen Shidian Reply:
Hello, internet user; fatty liver is often caused by excessive caloric intake, and it is important to rule out factors such as diabetes, hyperlipidemia, inappropriate medication (such as steroids), and alcohol consumption. Exercise and dietary control are the fundamental approach...[Read More] Can Fish Oil Help Reduce Fatty Liver? Tips and Recommendations
Health Check Report: Key Concerns and Follow-Up Recommendations
Health Screening Report Dr. Li: Hello, I had a health check-up last month, and the physician's overall assessment is as follows. Should I go for a follow-up at the hospital? Are there any specific concerns I should pay attention to? 1. Mild fatty liver, liver cysts, and gall...
Dr. Li Huixiong Reply:
The recommendations are as follows: 1. For mild fatty liver, liver cysts, and gallbladder polyps, an ultrasound follow-up once a year is sufficient. 2. Schedule a repeat blood cell count for comparison; if abnormalities are confirmed, consult a hematologist for clarification. 3. ...[Read More] Health Check Report: Key Concerns and Follow-Up Recommendations
Managing Hepatitis B and Fatty Liver: Treatment and Lifestyle Tips
Internal Medicine Hello Dr. Yang: I have hepatitis B and fatty liver. What treatment should I undergo, and what dietary and lifestyle considerations should I keep in mind? Thank you.
Dr. Yang Guojun Reply:
Typically, liver function tests, alpha-fetoprotein levels, and abdominal ultrasounds are performed every six months to prevent progression from hepatitis to cirrhosis, according to Dr. Yang Guojun, a gastroenterologist and hepatologist.[Read More] Managing Hepatitis B and Fatty Liver: Treatment and Lifestyle Tips
Understanding Chronic Hepatitis B: Risks, Monitoring, and Treatment Options
Chronic Hepatitis B I am currently 40 years old and have been living with chronic hepatitis B for nearly 20 years. My most recent blood tests and ultrasound results are as follows: fatty liver, EAG/EAB: -/+, AST/ALT: 36/58, AFP: -, HBsAg: +. The doctor said that I do not need med...
Dr. Yang Guojun Reply:
Liver cancer has a widely varying incidence rate around the world, but it is recognized as one of the most common malignant tumors in humans. In Taiwan, the incidence of liver cancer remains alarmingly high. According to statistics from the Department of Health, malignant tumors ...[Read More] Understanding Chronic Hepatitis B: Risks, Monitoring, and Treatment Options
Understanding Gallbladder Polyps and Fatty Liver: Health Implications and Dietary Tips
Polyp in the gallbladder Recently, during a health check-up, an abdominal ultrasound revealed (1) a polyp in the gallbladder and (2) fatty liver. Are these issues a concern for health, and do they require further treatment? How should I adjust my daily diet accordingly?
Dr. Hong Hongchang Reply:
1. For gallbladder polyps, it is recommended to follow up in the outpatient clinic every three to six months if the size does not exceed 1 centimeter; if it exceeds 1 centimeter, surgical resection is advised due to the potential for malignancy. 2. The causes of fatty liver inclu...[Read More] Understanding Gallbladder Polyps and Fatty Liver: Health Implications and Dietary Tips
Understanding Hepatitis B: Risks, Management, and Health Concerns
Hepatitis B Dr. Ke: Hello! I would like to ask you a few questions, please respond, thank you! 1. I had hepatitis B when I was younger, but I recovered. My boyfriend is a carrier of hepatitis B; will he transmit it to me? 2. Is it true that a hepatitis B carrier will never ful...
Dr. Ke Zhengchang Reply:
Hello Vivian: 1. Hepatitis B is primarily transmitted through blood transfusions and injections; it is not transmitted through food. 2. Chronic carriers of Hepatitis B are not easily cured, but there are new treatment options available. Please follow up with a hepatology clinic f...[Read More] Understanding Hepatitis B: Risks, Management, and Health Concerns
Understanding Duodenal Ulcers: Symptoms, Diagnosis, and Lifestyle Adjustments
Duodenal ulcer with bulb deformity? Hello! I am a working professional who spends most of my time sitting in the office. I have low physical activity, and my Hepatitis B surface antigen is positive, while the e antigen is negative. My weight and height are 70 kg and 173 cm, respe...
Dr. Chen Shidian Reply:
Hello: 1. Fatty liver can lead to a slight increase in liver function tests; please exercise more. 2. Chronic infection with Helicobacter pylori can cause gastritis and duodenal ulcers (recurrent ulcers may lead to deformation of the bulb). 3. Elevated atherosclerosis index; plea...[Read More] Understanding Duodenal Ulcers: Symptoms, Diagnosis, and Lifestyle Adjustments