Patient's question:
I am generally in good health and do not have any hereditary diseases in my family. Last week, the company organized an experience for us. After switching to the physical examination report, it was written that my ALT (alanine aminotransferase) was high. How is hepatitis treated?Doctor's answer:
The main reasons for elevated gamma-glutamyl transferase (GGT) levels are as follows:1. Patients with fatty liver disease often exhibit elevated GGT levels. In cases of nutritional fatty liver disease, GGT levels are generally no more than twice the normal range.
2. Patients with alcoholic hepatitis or alcoholic cirrhosis frequently show elevated GGT levels, which are often considered a characteristic feature of alcoholic liver disease in clinical diagnosis.
It is recommended to undergo examination at a formal hospital and receive symptomatic treatment. The condition of hepatitis can be very serious, so patients are advised to seek immediate treatment while also paying attention to self-care, including proper diet, to avoid worsening the condition.