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How do I lower liver enzyme count?
( 8 Apr 2008)

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If the enzymes count in your liver is high, it generally isn’t a problem in itself. It however is indicative of a deeper underlying problem. The high blood count signifies a fatty liver, cirrhosis of the liver or even hepatitis.


Laboratory tests should be immediately done to diagnose the condition. It is necessary because a complication in the conditions can prove to be fatal. If they are ignored or treatment is delayed, liver conditions like these can lead to cancer and ultimately become a danger to your life.




The increase in enzymes in the liver is not necessarily because more amounts of enzymes are being produced in the liver. It is simply because the liver has got damaged and the liver walls become perforated. The enzymes begin to seep out into the blood stream and could later also cause discomfort to the skin by causing itching. When the enzymes increase in the blood stream, the urine becomes darkened despite a lot of water intake.

The liver tends to respond pretty favorably to home remedies and therefore it is recommended that along with medicines, home remedies be also used. The medicines that you have been prescribed should be supplemented with a diet that fosters the wellness of the liver. With that you should also avoid alcohol and drugs as they further damage the liver. Your diet should be devoid of any fats, oils and greases. Instead take more of fresh fruits, vegetables, fruit juices and water in your diet.
When you are suffering from this condition, it is very important for you to take adequate rest so that your liver can heal properly.

With the change in your diet you should also try to cleanse your liver of any toxins that might still be present. Also if there are any stones in the liver, they need to be eliminated. Introducing regular physical fitness regime into your everyday routine helps cleanse not only your liver but your entire system. Instead of frying foods, try to boil or bake your food. Since fats are converted to glycerol in the liver, it is better that all kinds of fat be avoided for some time.

If the liver becomes diseased, spices have to be also avoided. It is advised that you don’t take any spices. Only bland food should be taken in this condition. Since the liver is in a condition of disrepair, high amounts of carbohydrates should be ingested so that the process of repair can start. Protein from vegetables should also be taken so that the process of healing can begin in the liver.
answered by G M on 17 Sep 2009, 1:07:02

 

Lower liver enzyme

 

A high liver enzyme count is not a problem in itself but an indication of an underlying problem such as fatty liver, hepatitis or cirrhosis. As a part of the procedure to diagnose a liver disease, a laboratory test is conducted to measure the amount of enzymes being produced by the liver. Liver diseases can be fatal if ignored or left untreated so it is best not to delay testing and treating the problem. Since liver diseases respond favourably to home remedies, you should consult your doctor and supplement your medication with an apt diet, and avoid drugs, alcohol and other toxins to keep your liver clean and healthy. The diet should avoid fatty, greasy foods, sugar and other foods that harm the system and be rich in fresh fruits and vegetables, juice and plenty of water to keep your system healthy and fighting fit.

Apart from diet, it is important to cleanse your body, especially the liver of the toxins and parasites and also ensure that there are no stones. Regular physical activity helps to cleanse the system as does sweating, so practice yoga, martial arts, swimming, aerobics, gymnastics, dancing and other such activities to build up a healthy sweat and flush out the toxins from your system.  However remember never to exercise on a full stomach and never to overdo it. It is important to supplement your prescribed medication with these simple methods since there are very few medicines available to lower liver enzyme count and combat liver disease.

answered by G M on 2 May 2008, 7:15:27

 

High liver enzyme count remedies 

You need to find out why your liver enzyme count has gone up — there are a variety of liver problems that can result in a high liver enzyme count, and any treatment needs to take into account the underlying cause of this increase. The high liver enzyme count is only an indication that something is wrong, and is not itself the problem. You were probably advised by your doctor to get a liver function test done because you had certain health complaints that suggested a problem with your liver. You should let your doctor examine and interpret the test results in the light of your symptoms and history, and identify what the exact problem is. This might require some further tests, so you should be prepared. There is probably some sort of liver damage, so you should avoid delaying the tests and treatment. Any disease or condition involving the liver is serious and can even be fatal.

Diseases that can cause an elevated liver enzyme count include serious ones such as hepatitis, fatty liver, and cirrhosis. Sometimes a high liver enzyme count may also be due to certain medication, but you should always check with your doctor and never simply assume that this is the case.

answered by G R on 8 Apr 2008, 4:06:32

 

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