Patient's question:
I am four months pregnant and found that my ALT is high (121). I had a good pre-marital health check-up. What could be the reason for this? Will it affect the fetus?Doctor's answer:
Hello, based on what you described, conditions such as pneumonia, typhoid fever, tuberculosis, and infectious mononucleosis can all cause elevated aspartate aminotransferase (AST) levels. However, these diseases each have typical clinical manifestations and can be diagnosed through laboratory tests. Additionally, acute soft tissue injuries, intense exercise, and pregnancy can also lead to temporary increases in AST levels.Therefore, during pregnancy, due to hormonal changes and the effects of pregnancy, a woman's liver is increased. As the baby grows, the liver may also be compressed by the uterus. This can have a certain impact on the liver. The liver's circulation is also affected to some extent, and the AST levels may slightly rise at this time. It is essential to take timely treatment measures to reduce the impact on the fetus and ensure the healthy growth of the baby.
Wishing you good health.