Patient's question:
Children's ALT and AST are much higher. Doctor, when my child had swollen tonsils and was preparing for a tonsillectomy, the detailed examination showed that the supernormal ALT 203 and AST 124 were much higher. On the third day of re-examination, they were even higher than the values in this report: ALT 277, AST 177. What is the reason for this? Is it serious? (Female, 10 years old)Doctor's answer:
10-year-old children, considering your situation, may have liver function damage, and it is uncertain what the cause is. If there is liver function damage, active liver-protective treatment is necessary for improvement. It is recommended that you undergo further detailed examinations to identify the cause of the recurrence and address it accordingly. This is the advice for the question "Is it safe for a child with swollen tonsils to undergo tonsillectomy?" I hope it helps you, and wish you good health!