Unexplained weight loss caused by hepatitis?

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Question
Hello doctor,
October 2020, I was diagnosed with irritable bowel syndrome, liver B enzyme test with results GOT/ASAT 60, GPT 92, Gamma GT 29, AFP 1.5 , CEA 0.82. In the past 1 year, I lost 8 kg for no reason, or had dull pain in the right lower quadrant and left iliac fossa. Healthy body, delicious food. I don't know if the cause of the weight loss is hepatitis, at the moment I can't go back to the doctor because of the epidemic situation. The doctor asked me if the unexplained weight loss was caused by hepatitis? I thank you doctor.
Ly Dieu Chi (1998)
Answer
Answered by Master, Doctor Vu Tan Phuc - Department of Medical Examination & Internal Medicine, Vinmec Phu Quoc International General Hospital.
Hello,
With the question “Unknown cause of weight loss is hepatitis? , the doctor would like to answer as follows:
Weight loss has many causes to look for. But if you can't get tested because of the epidemic, it's very difficult to diagnose. It is possible that diabetes, hyperthyroidism, poor diet cause weight loss. More importantly, tuberculosis and cancer also cause weight loss. Therefore, you should see a doctor to get the correct orientation. However, with the results you provided, only liver enzymes are a bit high, other results are normal.
If you still have questions about unexplained weight loss, you can go to a hospital under Vinmec Health System for further examination and advice. Thank you for trusting and sending questions to Vinmec. Wishing you lots of health.
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