Lab results - looking for opinions [PLEASE READ 1ST POST]

It's just terrible...

these degenerates and drug addicts are going to be the death of us all in the end...😠

wearyfox61 said:this is awful...

these degenerates and junkies are going to be the death of us all...😠

So you actually think hepatitis starts with gay guys and drug addicts?! You couldn't be more wrong.☕ While they might be a high-risk group, let’s not forget that straight guys and girls who jump from partner to partner just as frequently are equally at risk. You can pick up hepatitis in a hospital—like a friend of mine did while she was battling cancer—or through tattoos, piercings, or even just a routine trip to the dentist.
Honestly, I’d trust a guy living a clean, healthy lifestyle any day over some macho meathead looking for trouble.😳

If I were you, I'd be much more worried about those psychos in the supplement industry peddling "muscle builders" to impressionable young guys looking for an instant ego boost.👎

Angela Wright said:You think hepatitis only comes from homosexuals and drug users?! You couldn't be more wrong.☕ They’re a high-risk group, sure, but so are straight girls and guys who jump from partner to partner constantly. You can pick up hepatitis in a hospital—like a friend of mine did while she was being treated for cancer—or through tattoos, piercings, even at the dentist.
I'd take the word of a gay man living a clean, healthy lifestyle over some macho guy acting tough any day of the week.😳

If I were you, I’d be much more worried about the psychopaths in the supplement industry selling "muscle builders" to young kids looking for a quick ego boost.👎

Look, I never said those diseases don't originate there; what I'm saying is that they spread most heavily within those specific groups, just like AIDS. You can defend them all you want, but medical science and actual research show a significantly higher deviation from the average when it comes to the prevalence of these diseases within those two populations...

Catching an illness at the dentist or during medical treatment is a fluke—it's an exception. But for the two groups mentioned above, it isn't an exception; it's the rule that they are the primary drivers behind the spread of these infectious, deadly diseases...👎

wearyfox61 said:I never said those diseases don't come from them. What I'm saying is they spread hepatitis just as much as they spread AIDS. You can try to defend them all you want, but medical research shows a massive spike in these specific illnesses within those two groups compared to the general population...

The kind of sickness I might pick up at the dentist or through some treatment is a freak accident—a total outlier. But for those two groups, it’s not an exception; it's the rule. They are the primary drivers spreading these infectious, deadly diseases...👎

Give me a break. You probably trashed your liver just by drinking fertilizer, and honestly, probably by the way you pick your girls, too.

wearyfox61 said:I never said those diseases don't originate from them; I’m saying they spread hepatitis just as much as they spread AIDS. You can defend them all you want, but medical research shows a massive statistical spike in these illnesses specifically within those two groups compared to the average population...

Any disease I might pick up at the dentist or through some medical treatment is a fluke—a total outlier. But for those two specific groups, it isn't an outlier; it’s the rule. They are the primary drivers spreading these infectious, lethal diseases...👎

You didn't explicitly say it, but your implication was loud and clear. As far as medical studies go, the high-risk group for hepatitis and AIDS includes both heterosexuals and homosexuals who live reckless lives and engage in extreme promiscuity. My second point is that because of this behavior, everyone gets lumped together in the blame, rather than focusing on the actual culprits: people who lack basic hygiene, to say the least.

You claim you aren't searching for trouble, but based on the stance you've taken here, there's no way you're gay. So, I don't get why you're acting so paranoid about "everyone getting poisoned" when you don't even run in those circles.😕

Just watch out for the poison in those little colorful bottles.😉

Angela Wright...

Look... I used to think these kinds of illnesses were something else entirely... something far removed from my own life. But clearly, we’re all, more or less, exposed to them. So, I started digging around online, and the stories follow a pretty predictable pattern: "I caught Hep from an ex who used drugs"... and it's plainly stated that hepatitis spreads much more easily through unnatural debauchery—or what they call by the modern euphemism, anal sex. And that is precisely what homosexuals practice... and there are so many ways you might accidentally contract the virus from them, just like you wrote yourself: from the dentist, hospitals, even just incidental contact with things where they leave their deadly traces behind...

wearyfox61 said:Angela Wright...

Look, I used to think this stuff didn't concern me... honestly, I figured I could just stay far away from it. But clearly, we’re all somewhat exposed to it, one way or another.

Exactly my Point. That is literally what I wrote to you, yet you brushed it off like it was some rare occurrence.

So I started digging around online, and the stories usually go something like, "My ex passed hepatitis to me through drugs"... but the reality is that hepatitis spreads incredibly easily through unprotected sexual encounters—specifically what people nowadays euphemistically call anal sex, which is exactly how homosexuals engage. And there are countless ways you might accidentally pick up the virus from them, like you mentioned yourself: from the dentist, hospitals, or just random contact with things where they leave their deadly traces behind...

Like I said, hygiene is half the battle when it comes to health. In my book, it’s just unhygienic and extremely risky to have sex with a drug user without a condom, or to engage in anal sex without protection (and let's be real, plenty of straight people are doing that these days too). When you're constantly switching partners, whether you're gay or straight, it doesn't matter—once you catch something, it doesn't care who gave it to you.

You're entitled to your opinion, but I think you're generalizing a bit much here.

p.s. If you're actually looking into hepatitis, then you surely know there are vaccines available for certain types. I strongly suggest you look into getting one.

The vaccine? Honestly, I’d get it right this second, but first I have to wait on my lab results to see if I even qualify... 😁🙄

Besides, I keep hearing rumors about all these side effects... some people say you can actually catch the virus from the shot itself... and isn't the whole vaccination process supposed to drag on for years or something?

I can't believe I'm actually seeing this play out in real-time. It’s like watching a slow-motion train wreck where everyone involved thinks they're the hero of their own movie. You see these people posting these absolute fairy tales, acting like they've cracked the code to life, while completely ignoring the mountain of evidence sitting right in front of them. It’s pure delusion. Honestly, if you listen to half the nonsense being peddled here, you’d think we were living in some utopia instead of the actual world we inhabit. It's exhausting. The user says:
The vaccine? Honestly, I’d get it done this second if I could, but I'm stuck waiting on my lab results first just to make sure I actually qualify. 😁🙄

On top of all that, I’m hearing rumors that this vaccine comes with all sorts of side effects—some people are even saying you can catch the actual virus from it. And isn't the whole vaccination process supposed to drag on for years or something like that?

First vote.🤷
I have several doctors in my family who are required to get vaccinated against Hepatitis. They haven't dealt with any side effects, nor have they ever brought anything like that up during our conversations. I'm finally getting ready to go ahead and get mine done, too.

Is the Hepatitis B vaccine actually safe?

The Hepatitis B vaccine has proven itself to be incredibly safe, whether you're looking at kids, teenagers, or adults. According to data from the World Health Organization, over 500 million people globally have already been vaccinated. Most of the time, the only side effects people actually deal with are some soreness at the injection site or maybe a mild to moderate fever. There is absolutely no scientifically proven link between the Hepatitis B vaccine and serious chronic illnesses, and there’s zero risk that getting vaccinated will cause you to contract hepatitis itself.
The only real reason you shouldn't get vaccinated is if you've had a severe allergic reaction to the shot itself or one of its specific ingredients before. That's it.
izvor:Acute Hepatitis B isn't just some minor bug you shake off after a few days of feeling under the weather. It’s a serious viral infection that hits the liver hard, and if you aren't careful, it can turn into a lifelong headache. Think of your liver like the engine of a high-performance car; when Hepatitis B shows up, it’s like pouring sand directly into the fuel tank. Everything starts grinding, overheating, and failing. The symptoms can be pretty deceptive. You might start out feeling like you just have a nasty case of the flu—exhaustion, low-grade fever, and general malaise. But then things shift. You might notice your skin or the whites of your eyes turning yellow (that’s jaundice, for those who want the technical term), dark urine, or pain in your upper right abdomen. It’s basically your body’s way of screaming that the liver is struggling to process toxins. How does it spread? It’s all about bodily fluids. We're talking blood, sexual contact, or even sharing needles. It’s much more efficient at spreading than a common cold, which is why prevention is everything. In most healthy adults, the body actually manages to fight it off on its own, leading to immunity. However, there’s a massive catch: if the infection doesn't clear up and becomes chronic, you're looking at a much darker path toward cirrhosis or even liver cancer. It's like a small fire in a trash can versus a slow-burning ember deep inside the drywall; one is easy to put out, the other can destroy the whole house. If you think you've been exposed, don't play doctor. Get tested. There are vaccines available that act like a security system for your liver, stopping the intruder before they even get through the door. Stay informed, stay cautious, and don't ignore the warning signs.

When it comes to dosing schedules and administration, I know that sixth graders typically receive their first shot, followed by a second dose two months later, and then a third one six months after that initial jab.

I really appreciate you sending over that link and all those instructions. Thanks.🙂

Listen, I stumbled upon something actually interesting:

The treatment protocol is basically identical to how you’d handle Hepatitis A—you just stay in bed and rest until... Bilirubin. Just one word, but it carries enough weight to throw an entire medical profile out of whack. It’s one of those markers that keeps you staring at lab results late at night, wondering if everything is actually fine or if your system is quietly struggling. Honestly, it’s a lot to process when you're just trying to make sense of the numbers. My urine is testing positive, and my liver is actually tender when I palpate the area. I’ve already started cutting back on fats and completely cutting out alcohol along with any other substances that could be toxic to the liver. Just trying to manage this.

So, I just got my latest blood and urine results back. The Bilirubin came back negative this time—which is a relief, considering they flagged those elevated liver enzymes during my tests just last week.
Angela Wright, does that mean I definitely don't have hepatitis? Because it clearly says right there that the Bilirubin was positive during the Hepu test.

Edit; by the way, I just stumbled upon another page claiming that hepatitis causes an increase in Bilirubin levels...
So... can I basically say there's a 97% chance I don't have Hep?

wearyfox61 said:Thanks a ton for the link and the advice.🙂

Actually, I stumbled onto something interesting:

Treatment is basically the same as it is for Hepatitis A—just rest until the Bilirubin shows up positive in your urine and your liver feels tender during an exam. You stick to a low-fat diet and cut out alcohol and any other stuff that's toxic to the liver.

My blood and urine tests actually came back negative for Bilirubin (which is weird because they found elevated liver enzymes when I had my labs done a week ago).---
Jane Doe, does this mean I definitely don't have hepatitis? Because it clearly states above that Bilirubin is positive with Hep A.

Edit: by the way, I just found another page saying that hepatitis causes Bilirubin levels to spike...
So, can I be 97% sure now that it isn't Hep?

To be honest, I can't give you a definitive answer. All I know is that there's only one specific marker recognized for diagnosing hepatitis, so you really need to wait for those official results. That said, having a negative Bilirubin level certainly works in your favor and suggests it might not be Hep A. It could also mean you already pushed through the acute phase and now your liver just needs some downtime to regenerate.
Just wait for the lab work.

So, I had some elevated
levels—specifically ALT and AST. My ultrasound came back looking fine, but my doctor told me I need to get tested for Hepatitis C. Honestly, part of me thinks there’s no way I caught it through sex, but then again... you could easily pick it up at the dentist's office. I'm actually pretty terrified to go in for the screening. Now I’m heading back in to get those blood tests done all over again. To make matters worse, I used to be super thin, but then out of nowhere, I gained about 20 pounds in just six months. I can't help but wonder if my liver is freaking out because of that sudden weight gain, especially since I was so skinny for years... anyway, I guess I'm just scared of whatever diagnosis might come my way.

Sandra Baker35 said:My
levels were elevated—both ALT and AST. My ultrasound showed nothing wrong with my liver, but my doctor told me I need to get tested for Hepatitis C. Honestly, I don't think I could have caught it through sex, but then again... you can pick it up at the dentist. I’m terrified of going for the screening. Now I have to go back and run the labs all over again. On top of that, I used to be incredibly thin, and then within just six months, I gained 20 pounds. I can't help but wonder if my liver is reacting to that sudden weight gain after being so skinny for years... anyway, I'm just scared of any kind of diagnosis.

🙄🙄🙄
Look, I have nothing against you personally, but I truly cannot wrap my head around that way of thinking... seriously, just use some logic here...?!?!
Let's look at the scenarios if you have or don't have Hepatitis;
1) You have Hepatitis and you don't know it. The disease progresses day by day while you refuse treatment, basically just burying your head in the sand... and you'll likely end up infecting someone else, maybe your partner or even your child..

2) You find out you have Hepatitis and you get treated and cured over time...

3) You don't have Hepatitis. You went for the test, confirmed it, and now you're relieved and happy..

NOW YOU TELL ME WHICH OPTION IS THE SMARTER MOVE.

Look, I’ve got this massive mental block—it's purely psychological at this point—where I just cannot bring myself to face these medical exams and all the anxiety that comes with them. Honestly, I’m already 40 years old and I have a perfectly healthy kid (no hepatitis in the house)... plus my husband seems pretty solid too, so I really don't believe I'm carrying hepatitis... I'm heading in to get bloodwork done again in a few days, and if those numbers come back elevated again, then I guess I'll have to deal with whatever comes next... I guess...😕

You probably don't have hepatitis, but look, we both know the deal—hepatitis is a sneaky, quiet disease. You can feel perfectly fine while it's doing its thing...
In my opinion, it's better to face the music immediately. Postponing a problem isn't actually solving anything! Of course, everyone thinks they know what's best for them... though maybe they don't. If I had actually listened to my parents back in the day, my liver tests would probably be looking normal right now..

The thing is, nobody has bothered to answer me about the actual connection between liver health and physical activity. And why wouldn't I be able to work out? I'm thinking of just taking it easy for maybe ten days or so... just resting. Then, I'll head back to the gym lightly, maybe some soccer, a little sparring, etc... then in about twenty days, I'll go back for more bloodwork just to see where I stand... because I've started eating five meals a day now, mostly lean meats, tuna, turkey breast, yogurt, and low-fat milk... alcohol, soda, sweets, and pork—zero points for those... at least not until I see the new test results...

Sandra Baker35 said:Look, I’ve got a massive psychological hurdle to clear here: I just can't bring myself to face these medical exams and the anxiety that comes with them. I'm 40 years old, perfectly healthy, and I don't have hepatitis. My husband seems just as fit as I am, so I really don't believe I'm carrying any kind of hepatitis either. I'm scheduled for more blood work in a few days, and if those levels come back elevated again, I guess I'll have to figure out my next move... I suppose.😕

Look, honey, whatever someone scribbles down on a piece of paper and labels as a diagnosis is already part of your reality. You can try to deny it or pretend it isn't there all you want, but avoiding the truth won't make the problem vanish. In fact, refusing to face it head-on is just going to make everything worse in every possible way.
So, you’ve basically got two choices:
You can either keep living like a slave to your own fears, letting them eat you alive until the day you die—resulting in a life that’s nothing more than a miserable, low-quality slog—or you can actually do something about it.
Look, you need to step up and fight for yourself—for your own health and your own happiness. But don't think it stops there. You have to advocate for your loved ones too, because everything that hits you eventually ripples out to them. When you're struggling, they're feeling it right along with you. It’s all connected.

Life offers zero guarantees. That’s just how it works. Because nothing is set in stone, you have to be in a constant state of combat—fighting to improve your circumstances and fighting to protect the good things you've managed to build so they don't slip through your fingers. That is the core philosophy behind the idea that life is an uphill battle. And when you're in that fight, your health is the absolute number one priority.

Fear, confrontation... it all boils down to that split second when you decide to act. Honestly, you have every reason under the sun to just go for it and become one hell of a woman.😉

wearyfox61 said:Nobody’s actually giving me a straight answer: what does liver health have to do with physical activity, and why exactly would it stop me from working out?

I honestly don't get how you can be this confused.😕
Think of the liver as the body's primary detox center and main filtration system. When you push yourself through a workout, you're cranking up your metabolism, which puts a massive load on the liver because it's a heavy hitter in metabolic processes. Instead of getting a break, it's forced to work overtime under extra stress. While the liver is capable of regenerating, it’s a slow process—it needs actual downtime to recover properly.
http://www.mayoclinic.org/...2&cat=t&show=1

Thanks, Angela Wright... I’m gonna dive into all those searches I need to do—I've got stuff scattered all over the place—so... yeah... fingers crossed I finally get some actual momentum going.

Okay, this might sound like a silly question, but I’m asking anyway! 😁 Is there any actual connection between elevated AST and ALT levels and thyroid issues? I mean, everything eventually boils down to metabolism, doesn't it?
On another note—it honestly baffles me how many people deal with elevated transaminases, whether occasionally or more frequently, without any clear cause. Both my primary care physician and a specialist hepatologist have mentioned this. Honestly, those standard reference ranges probably need a serious overhaul! 😁 If it were up to me, I’d expand those parameters significantly! 😁

I'm being a bit lighthearted, but I am personally hunting for the reason behind my own "wandering" lab results. My most recent numbers were AST 34, ALT 62, GGT 54, and ALP 130, but this happens to me several times a year where my results just bounce between normal and these kinds of fluctuations.
I've recently gone through a pregnancy, so I'm really hoping all of this can be chalked up to that. 🙄

Hi everyone, I was wondering if someone could help me make sense of these lab results.
A few things are outside the standard range:
ESR (Erythrocyte Sedimentation Rate) 27
MCV 79.3
MCH 26.2
Total Cholesterol 5.8
LDL Cholesterol 3.5

Urinalysis findings:
Leukocyte esterase positive+
WBC (White Blood Cells) 5-10
Squamous epithelial cells: many
Bacteria: many

I’d really appreciate it if anyone with medical knowledge or similar experience could tell me what this might point toward. I tried doing a little digging online, and it looks like it could be some kind of inflammation or an infection, but I’m just not entirely sure.
Thanks so much in advance, Hannah Davis10