Momelie
12-18-2006, 09:38 AM
Can somebody tell me what the significance of elevated liver enzymes means when it shows up in routine bloodwork? Exactly how high is "elevated"? Would one expect them to be slightly elevated when on Remicade or is that a sign of trouble? Mine are about triple the normal level, after 6 months of Remicade. Would that be a reason to not take my next treatment on the 28th of this month?
I knew going in that I might have a problem, my liver seems to be my "trouble spot" when anything goes wrong. Eleven years ago I had systemic organ failure as a complication of pre-eclampsia, and ever since then, I've occasionally had mildly elevated levels. This time, my AST and ALT are significantly higher than those. However, Remicade seems to be the best option I've ever tried for my PA - it works, and up till now, no side effects.
Anybody know if this is a problem? Should I be investigating other PA treatment options? I have an appointment with my rheumy on January 5, but.... I usually have to do the homework and research on treatment myself, as he is extremely uncommunicative (might be a language barrier, or cultural - he's not rude or anything, just quiet).
Just wondering, since I have a Remicade infusion scheduled prior to my next doctor appointment, and just got the bloodwork results from my latest draws over the weekend. Should I worry?
I knew going in that I might have a problem, my liver seems to be my "trouble spot" when anything goes wrong. Eleven years ago I had systemic organ failure as a complication of pre-eclampsia, and ever since then, I've occasionally had mildly elevated levels. This time, my AST and ALT are significantly higher than those. However, Remicade seems to be the best option I've ever tried for my PA - it works, and up till now, no side effects.
Anybody know if this is a problem? Should I be investigating other PA treatment options? I have an appointment with my rheumy on January 5, but.... I usually have to do the homework and research on treatment myself, as he is extremely uncommunicative (might be a language barrier, or cultural - he's not rude or anything, just quiet).
Just wondering, since I have a Remicade infusion scheduled prior to my next doctor appointment, and just got the bloodwork results from my latest draws over the weekend. Should I worry?