What does it mean if total protein and globulin levels are low, and what should be done?

Low total protein and globulin levels may be due to physiological factors, which can resolve spontaneously. They may also result from malnutrition, chronic hepatitis, or other conditions, requiring improvement through dietary adjustments and medication. The specific analysis is as follows:

I. Physiological Factors

Under normal circumstances, low levels of total protein and globulin are commonly observed in children from birth up to the age of 3. A slightly reduced serum total protein level during this period is a common physiological phenomenon in clinical practice and usually does not require special treatment, as it resolves on its own.

II. Pathological Factors

1. Malnutrition

If an individual frequently experiences malnutrition in daily life, it may lead to poor overall health and insufficient protein intake, resulting in signs of malnutrition and subsequently causing low total protein and globulin levels. Patients should promptly adjust their diet and consume more nutritious foods such as eggs, milk, etc.

2. Chronic Hepatitis

This condition primarily involves inflammatory liver damage caused by various pathogenic factors, which may lead to immune system disturbances and result in decreased total protein and globulin levels. Patients should follow medical advice and use medications such as Ornit (ornithine) tablets, Potassium Glycyrrhizinate tablets, and Silymarin capsules for treatment.

In addition to the above causes, low total protein and globulin levels may also be caused by viral hepatitis, liver cirrhosis, liver tumors, or other factors. If any discomfort occurs, individuals should promptly seek medical evaluation at a hospital to determine the exact cause and choose appropriate treatment methods to promote recovery.