Posts by mellowraven32

Nothing’s going to happen just because you had a glass of wine or a beer, don't stress about it too much...😉

Yeah, Sortis is going to continue, and everything is exactly as Dr. Tyler Anderson said. The role of statins (Sortis) isn't just about lowering your fat levels, so don't go stopping once the numbers look good...

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Given how much family history and other risk factors like blood pressure and cholesterol play into this, you really need to stick to whatever your cardiologist prescribed. That’s what they spent years studying for...
Sortis can affect liver enzymes, but it doesn't happen to everyone. If it were truly dangerous, it wouldn't be a standard treatment. You just need to keep an eye on your liver tests every once in a while...

hollowtinker18 said:I'm asking for a neighbor's wife, she's forty. Her ALT levels are 968... is that even possible from just drinking beer?
chronic alcoholism?
thanks!

Also, can the liver actually recover (with diet, rest...), I noticed she has edema in her legs, though she tries to hide it poorly?

With chronic alcoholism, ALT is usually higher than AST, often several times over (like three times).
If they're an alcoholic and have edema in their lower legs, they likely already have cirrhosis, since those are hypoproteinemic edemas—she probably has ascites too (fluid buildup in the abdomen).

Yes, the liver can recover; its regenerative capacity is massive. Of course, there's a limit to that...

There are a million different reasons why sedimentation rates spike, so don't expect anyone to give you a straight answer right away. High levels can point toward serious inflammation, but milder cases aren't always as clear-cut. You really need a team of specialists looking at this... I’d suggest getting an abdominal ultrasound and checking total serum protein, albumin, serum protein electrophoresis, minerals like calcium, and tumor markers such as CEA and CA19.9. If there's any digestive trouble, get a gastroscopy or colonoscopy done too.

It’s a bit blurry again, but looks like a nodal rhythm.
Look, if the cardiologist is certain you've had this since birth, then fine. But if they aren't sure, we have a problem. As I recall, weren't you having chest pains?

Neither scenario is a disaster, but if it's the latter, you need more testing.

You’ll need to get a chest X-ray to check the heart size. Honestly, I find it hard to believe you’re looking at left ventricular hypertrophy at just 17, even with that level of physical strain...

Sophia Thompson46 said:I had some blood work done because I was feeling pretty rough for a while—just constant exhaustion and fatigue... Most of everything came back within the normal range, except for this:
ALT 32... (8-30), [BALT...40 (10-36)... MCHC 356... (320-345),Alkaline phosphatase at 45... just something to watch. (54-119) i... Creatinine 55... The blood work shows 63-107 in the DKS, with non-segmented neutrophils at 4 (0-2)...
Less than a year ago, my alkaline phosphatase and creatinine were also below the recommended range. And what even is creatinine...?
Anyone got anything smart to say...🙂

Your results look fine to me. AST and ALT are slightly low, but nothing to worry about...

Drew Jones26 said:Can someone take a look at my blood work? I transcribed everything so it's easier to read 😁 The reason I got it done—my allergist requires a full panel at every checkup, so here we go 😁

erythrocyte -> 5.35 (range 3.86 - 5.08)
hemoglobin -> 142 (range 119-157)
hematocrit -> 0.437 (range 0.356 - 0.470)
MCV -> 81.7 (83.0 - 97.2)
MCH -> 26.6 (27.4 - 33.9)
MCHC -> 325 (320 - 345)
leukocytes -> 6.5 (3.4 - 9.7)
neutrophils -> 42.0 (44.0 - 72.0)
band neutrophils -> 3.0
eosinophils -> 6.0 (0.0 - 7.0)
lymphocytes -> 40.0 (20.0 - 46.0)
monocytes -> 8.0 (2.0 - 12.0)
platelets -> 245 (158 - 424)
bilirubin -> 12.5 (3.0 - 20.0)
AST -> 17 (8 - 30)
ALT -> 9 (10 - 36)
GGT -> 8 (9 - 35)
iron -> 16.6 (8.0 - 30.0)
UIBC -> 55 (26 - 59)
TIBC -> 72 (49 - 75)
CRP -> 0.4 ( viruses 1

Since you're female, these numbers look more than fine 🙂
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Sophia Moore38 said:help
wetness

protein-opalescent
sediment- 10-20L with bacteria and plenty of epithelial cells

what does this mean??

You have a UTI. I assume that's why you're looking things up in the first place...

redmoose22
If your IBM shows left axis deviation, then your blood pressure isn't just high during doctor visits. If your BP is actually normal, you need to see a cardiologist to figure out why there's a left axis deviation... that's a sign of left ventricular strain.

driftingmarlin52

The only thing that comes to mind is junctional rhythm. Did they mention anything about a junctional rhythm? Why don't you just write down the actual diagnosis from the report?

Scott Allen10 said:😂....unbelievable.....I know cardiologists are their own breed, but I didn't realize they could be this clueless....

I mean, a cardiologist knows nothing about gynecology or abdominal ultrasounds. It’s baffling how someone with a medical degree can spout such nonsense....
You definitely need to see an OB-GYN. They’re the ones who should actually verify your incision site and your overall reproductive health post-delivery.

I'm also not sure if you actually had a pulmonary embolism or if someone just guessed. A high CRP might be explained by the body reacting to an embolism....or maybe a wound infection, though that doesn't seem right...

Either way, we can't really give you much help here, if you catch my drift...Go see a gynecologist to clear up any doubts...and if that idiot cardiologist keeps talking nonsense, just find a new one...

hahahahah I'm totally with you on that, but don't go painting all cardiologists with the same brush

redmoose22 said:EKG shows sinus rhythm at 86 bpm, left axis deviation, some IV conduction issues, S wave through V4, and nonspecific ST-segment changes. Currently on Concor Cor 2.5 mg. Should I be worried?

The real question is why the electrical axis is shifting left. How old are you? Dealing with high blood pressure?

Olivia Anderson10

A sudden, sharp, crushing pain isn't usually heart-related, but... given your history, this isn't the place to look for medical advice. As for the mitral valve prolapse... prognosis should be fine, assuming you actually follow what your doctor tells you...

Donna Doyle said:If she's young and doesn't have other heart issues, it’s unlikely to be AFib. Could be WPW syndrome instead. But honestly, most likely just a thyroid issue...

You're completely wrong. Ante Iva4 is actually right here...

driftingmarlin52, why aren't you doing that above? And what kind of "special rhythm" are we even talking about?? You should just type out the actual report or at least the diagnosis...

The concept of a "draft" causing illness doesn't even exist in the US, except for maybe some old wives' tales. You can't actually get sick from a draft, and it certainly isn't the cause of any disease. Theoretically, the only thing that could happen is a slight dip in your immune system, but we know that sudden temperature shifts—thermal stress—can lower white blood cell counts. However, that's purely theoretical because a simple draft isn't enough to trigger that kind of physical stress...

An incomplete right bundle branch block is often just a random finding on an IBM readout; it doesn't necessarily point to actual heart disease and usually just comes down to how the leads were placed during the test. There's also such a thing as non-specific conduction delays, which similarly don't indicate any organic heart issues.
Either way, there's really nothing to worry about

Not true. Older people face higher cancer risks for a million different reasons. Ultrasound usually gives a decent look at abdominal organs—except for the intestines—but whether you actually see what you need depends on a lot of variables. A CT scan will probably be ordered anyway...

Jamie Jones8 said:Bilirubin 140, 94-year-old individual

Their face, neck, and stomach have all turned noticeably yellow, though they aren't complaining of any pain; I haven't seen the actual lab results yet, but I know the liver enzymes aren't looking great either.
CRP 44

It’s just so scary, and I really don't want to think that this might be the end, especially since this person is so incredibly special to me and honestly has such an indescribable, fierce will to live.

You know how people always say that older folks just have this amazing way of pulling through against the odds? Well, we're heading to the hospital tomorrow to get an ultrasound done.😢

I hate being the bearer of bad news, but you asked, so I'll be straight... hyperbilirubinemia can stem from several things, sure... but when there's no pain, especially in older patients, you always have to worry about some kind of malignancy in the abdomen...

Lawrence Wells said:Phenobarbital.

lol let's just all take phenobarbital since our bilirubin is high...🤣

swiftpilot63 said:Things are feeling significantly better today, if I do say so myself; I’ve been applying pressure, though it isn't the actual pressure that causes discomfort—it is more of a persistent stinging sensation on the skin itself. I suspect it might be a reaction to shaving or perhaps the application of spray deodorant, as I recall reading somewhere that those products can clog your pores and trigger these kinds of inflammatory issues... Has anyone else here dealt with something similar? I find myself wondering if a consultation with a surgeon is absolutely necessary, and truth be told, the thought of it makes me a bit anxious. 😕

Forget the surgeon... 😕