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What Causes Elevated Liver Enzymes?

during my annual physical exam, my liver enzymes were slightly elevated. My doctor wasn t too concerned but since my alcohol consumption is moderate (4-6 drinks per week) he decided to test for Hep C. When the results came back, the liver enzymes were back in the normal range and the Hep C was negative however my ferritin level was 751. he then did a test for Hemochromotosis and it came back negative. He said no porblems and keep doing what I m doing. Everything I read on line says 751 ferritin level is a problem. I started taking statins two years ago and that s when my liver enzymes started rising. Is there a connection between all of this, do I have a problem or do I not have problem as my Dr. says. Very concerned.
Wed, 5 Dec 2018
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Hello,

A statin can increase the liver enzymes level.

In our daily practice, we recommend checking liver enzymes level every six months.

I suggest you to stop using statine and check regularly the enzyme levels.

Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.

Regards,
Dr. Dorina Gurabardhi,
General & Family Physician
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What Causes Elevated Liver Enzymes?

Hello, A statin can increase the liver enzymes level. In our daily practice, we recommend checking liver enzymes level every six months. I suggest you to stop using statine and check regularly the enzyme levels. Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further. Regards, Dr. Dorina Gurabardhi, General & Family Physician