ggt test means - #18166
Doctor, I recently had some liver function tests done, and one of the results came back showing a high GGT level. I wasn’t sure what this meant, so I looked up GGT test means and found that it’s a test for gamma-glutamyl transferase, an enzyme found in the liver. From what I read, high levels of GGT could indicate liver damage, bile duct issues, or alcohol consumption, but I’m unsure what’s going on in my case. I don’t drink alcohol regularly, and I haven’t been diagnosed with liver disease before, but I’m still concerned. Could other factors, like medication or fatty liver disease, contribute to elevated GGT levels? Does Ayurveda view GGT levels as a sign of an imbalance in Pitta dosha, since Pitta governs digestion and metabolism in the liver? What Ayurvedic herbs or treatments can help support the liver and lower GGT levels naturally? I’ve heard that Kutki, Arjuna, and Bhumyamalaki are used for liver health—would these help in my case? Should I make any dietary changes, like cutting back on fatty foods or alcohol, to support liver health? I would really appreciate your guidance on how to address high GGT levels from an Ayurvedic perspective and improve my liver function.
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LDH Normal Range - #19567
I’ve recently been doing some tests for a routine check-up, and one of the things that came up was my LDH levels. My doctor didn’t go into too much detail but just said that my LDH was a little outside of the normal range. I’ve been feeling a bit worried about it because I didn’t really know what LDH even is and how it might affect my health. My doctor briefly mentioned it could be related to tissue damage or some underlying conditions, but they didn’t elaborate on it much. Since then, I’ve been reading about it and learned that LDH (Lactate Dehydrogenase) levels can indicate all sorts of things, from heart problems to liver issues. The thing is, I’ve been feeling kind of tired and weak lately. I’m not sure if it’s connected, but I just feel a bit off. My energy levels are low, I get easily fatigued, and sometimes I feel a dull ache in my body that just doesn’t go away. I haven’t had any severe symptoms, but I’ve been noticing these small changes that are starting to add up. I did have a history of mild liver issues a couple of years ago, but my doctor assured me that I’m fine now. However, with these new test results showing that my LDH is out of the normal range, I’m wondering if it’s something to be concerned about again. I’ve also heard that stress and poor diet can affect LDH levels. I’ve been working long hours and not sleeping well lately, and my diet hasn’t been the best either. I know it could be a combination of things, but I’m just trying to figure out if the abnormal LDH levels are linked to any of my current health issues. I’ve been reading that Ayurveda has natural remedies that can help with various imbalances in the body, and I’m wondering if Ayurvedic treatments could help normalize my LDH levels. Could there be a connection between my symptoms and the abnormal LDH levels? Is there a way to balance or normalize my LDH levels using Ayurveda? I’ve heard things like turmeric and ashwagandha can help with inflammation and stress, but I’m not sure how they might work in this situation. Should I be doing anything differently with my diet or lifestyle to support my liver and other organs? I’m really hoping there’s a natural way to bring things back to normal, especially since I don’t want to rely too much on medications. Has anyone had experience with abnormal LDH levels and found Ayurvedic solutions that helped? I’d really appreciate any insights or advice on how to manage this naturally and what I should be focusing on to improve my overall health.
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