How to Lower Elevated Transaminase Levels
Disease description:
During a liver examination, the report indicated elevated transaminase levels, which has caused me some concern. How can elevated transaminase levels be reduced?
Hello, elevated transaminase levels can result from numerous causes, and treatment must be tailored to the underlying etiology.
- **Nonalcoholic steatohepatitis (NASH)**: Primary management involves lifestyle modifications—regular physical activity and dietary control for weight reduction. Hepatoprotective agents such as silybin may also be used.
- **Viral hepatitis**: Antiviral therapy is the cornerstone of treatment; adjunctive hepatoprotective medications may be considered as needed.
- **Drug-induced liver injury (DILI)**: The first step is immediate discontinuation of the offending drug(s). Subsequently, therapeutic agents such as reduced glutathione may be administered.
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