There is enlarged liver in anemic and hypothyroidism patient. Is it serious?
Patient's Query
Hello doctor,
I had my mother's ultrasound done today. She is a 39-year-old anemia patient admitted to the hospital. She has hypothyroidism from the last 12 years and is overweight and obese. Her ultrasound shows 7.4 inches liver from the mid-clavicular line with increased echogenicity. Is this something of concern? If yes then what has to be done?
Hi,
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I have reviewed the ultrasound report (attachment removed to protect patient identity) and I can say that she has hepatosplenomegaly probably due to fatty liver disease. This is why to my opinion she needs to do liver enzyme tests like AST (aspartate aminotransferase), ALT (alanine transaminase), GGT (Gamma-glutamyl transferase) and alkaline phosphatase, blood work too. It is important to lose weight and to avoid fatty foods.
Same symptoms don't mean you have the same problem. Consult a doctor now!
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