How Long Do Liver Enzymes Remain Elevated After Treating Mono?

Posted on Sun, 5 Apr 2015

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Question : How long do liver enzymes remain elevated after mono. Son had mono in october in december AST/ALT and alk phos were 3 times the normal level. In March they were trending down but AST was going back up. He is not drinking alcohol or taking tylenol.

Answered by Dr. Muhammad Ahmad (1 hour later)

Brief Answer:
I would need some info

Detailed Answer:
Hi,

Welcome to Health Care Magic.

I am Dr.Muhammad Ahmad, I have read your question in detail, I understand your concern and will try to help you in the best possible way.

In order to help you better , I would like you to give me some more information,

I will here by ask you some relevant questions to fill up the information gap.

1) Since when is his LfT deranged?

2) Did his LFT get deranged after meds?

3) What meds he used for mono?

4) Taking any meds yet?

5) Is he having jaundice too?

6) Can you please share his lab or lab values?

Waiting for your input

Regards.

Dr.Muhammad Ahmad.

M.B.B.S ( Licensed Family practitioner)

Resident M.D.

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