Understanding PET Scan Results: Is a 1.6cm Liver Nodule Benign?
Inquiry about Positron Emission Tomography (PET) Report Hello Doctor, I have to wait until Friday to see the report 😭. I would like to ask if you could confirm my initial translation, which suggests that there is no metastasis or malignant tumor. Is the 1.6 cm nodule in the liver...
Dr. Hong Yuanbin Reply:
Hello, this report mainly indicates that no signs of tumors or metastasis were found, suggesting that the liver tumor is likely benign. Thank you for your inquiry.[Read More] Understanding PET Scan Results: Is a 1.6cm Liver Nodule Benign?
Which Specialist to Consult for Low Alkaline Phosphatase and Anemia?
Which specialty should I see? Hello: Problem description: I have been on dialysis for five and a half years, and my alkaline phosphatase levels have consistently been below 30, which is quite low. Online searches suggest a connection with anemia, and it is recommended to consul...
Dr. Wang Weijie Reply:
Hello, thank you for your message. Regarding your question, laboratory medicine primarily utilizes various tools in the laboratory to assist in the assessment of health status and physiological functions in preventive medicine, as well as in the diagnosis, evaluation, treatment, ...[Read More] Which Specialist to Consult for Low Alkaline Phosphatase and Anemia?
Understanding Alkaline Phosphatase Levels: What You Need to Know
Alkaline phosphatase in the blood Hello, doctor. I would like to ask you: I recently received the results of a health check-up conducted by my company, and yesterday I found that the blood test results included "alkaline phosphatase." Could you please explain what this ...
Dr. Yao Quan Reply:
Hello, alkaline phosphatase is an enzyme found in the body, primarily in the liver and biliary system, bones, small intestine, and placenta. If you are pregnant, elevated levels of alkaline phosphatase can occur due to liver and biliary system disorders (such as bile duct obstruc...[Read More] Understanding Alkaline Phosphatase Levels: What You Need to Know
Understanding Chronic Hepatitis B: Impacts of Alcoholic Hepatitis and Monitoring Guidelines
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&...
Dr. Chen Jingwen Reply:
Hello! The r.GT57 is slightly elevated, which may be due to excessive alcohol consumption. Additionally, conditions such as acute hepatitis and liver tumors can also cause an increase. It is advisable to conduct a blood test for alpha-fetoprotein (α-FP) and perform a liver ultras...[Read More] Understanding Chronic Hepatitis B: Impacts of Alcoholic Hepatitis and Monitoring Guidelines
Understanding Elevated Alkaline Phosphatase Levels: What You Need to Know
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 ...
Dr. Chen Jingwen Reply:
Hello, elevated alkaline phosphatase levels can have many causes, such as acute hepatitis, liver tumors, hemolytic anemia, bone disorders, and bile duct obstruction. Therefore, it is recommended to seek further evaluation at an internal medicine outpatient clinic.[Read More] Understanding Elevated Alkaline Phosphatase Levels: What You Need to Know
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?
Understanding Liver Hemangiomas: Treatment and Risks Explained
Hemangioma of the liver Hello, my uncle (43 years old) had a health check-up and was found to have three hemangiomas on his liver. The doctors in China said they would only treat him if the tumors grow to five centimeters. I would like to ask if this condition is a type of liver ...
Dr. Hong Hongchang Reply:
Hemangiomas on ultrasound (sonography) typically present with high echogenicity in 80% of cases. However, if the patient has a history of hepatitis B or C, the presence of a liver tumor should not be assumed to be a benign hemangioma, as this could lead to a misjudgment of the co...[Read More] Understanding Liver Hemangiomas: Treatment and Risks Explained
When Is a Liver Biopsy Necessary? Understanding Risks and Costs
Liver biopsy When is a liver biopsy necessary? Is it required if the hepatitis B e-antigen is positive? I have heard that blood tests and ultrasounds (which I have been doing regularly) do not necessarily indicate that the liver is free of problems, and that there is a high proba...
Dr. Yang Guojun Reply:
Liver biopsy is only necessary for undiagnosed liver diseases such as liver tumors or non-B and C hepatitis. The risk is low, but physicians do not perform liver biopsies lightly unless absolutely necessary. This procedure is covered by health insurance. Normal levels of GOT (AST...[Read More] When Is a Liver Biopsy Necessary? Understanding Risks and Costs
When Is Liver Biopsy Necessary for Chronic Liver Disease Patients?
Liver biopsy Which liver disease patients (carriers) need to undergo a liver biopsy? Is the risk level high? What is the approximate cost? If the patient requests it, will the doctor perform the procedure?
Dr. Yang Guojun Reply:
Liver biopsy is only necessary for undiagnosed liver diseases such as liver tumors or non-B and C hepatitis. The risk is not high, but physicians do not perform liver biopsies lightly unless absolutely necessary. Health insurance can cover this cost, as stated by Dr. Yang Guojun,...[Read More] When Is Liver Biopsy Necessary for Chronic Liver Disease Patients?
Can Medications Shrink Liver Tumors and Improve Bile Flow?
How to reduce swelling in liver tumors? Is there currently any medication or injection available to reduce the size of a 3 cm liver tumor that is obstructing bile flow?
Dr. Li Huixiong Reply:
First, you need to determine whether the tumor is benign or malignant and its exact location, so further examinations are necessary to decide on the next steps. As for whether medication can make it disappear, generally speaking, medication will not cause it to vanish. It is reco...[Read More] Can Medications Shrink Liver Tumors and Improve Bile Flow?