Question 1

I'm really concerned because my father's HSB Ag test came back positive, and we just got his ultrasound results. Most of the findings look okay, but it mentioned that the echotexture of his liver is slightly altered. Should we be worried about that? Is this something serious or just a minor issue?

Accepted Answer

your father's situation:

_HSbAg positive_: Indicates hepatitis B infection.

_Ultrasound results_:

1. _Echotexture alteration_: Suggests mild liver inflammation or fibrosis, common in hepatitis B patients.
2. _Other results okay_: Indicates no significant liver damage or cirrhosis.

_Next steps_:

1. _Consult a hepatologist_: Discuss the ultrasound results and determine the best course of action.
2. _Liver function tests (LFTs)_: Regularly monitor LFTs to track liver health.
3. _Viral load test_: Measure the hepatitis B virus's presence in the blood.
4. _Consider antiviral treatment_: If recommended by the hepatologist, antiviral medication can help manage the infection.

Question 2

I'm a bit concerned about understanding the difference between the HBsAg test done by the ELISA method and the ELFA method. My wife is HBsAg positive and she's been getting tested every 12 weeks. Her ELFA test results keep changing. If the percentage in the results is decreasing, does that mean she's getting better? Any insights on this would be really helpful.

Accepted Answer

Ideally there is no recovery from Hbsag if there is decrease in values that say viral load is decreasing but the disease is still there.

Question 3

I'm really worried because my SGOT level is 120 and my SGPT level is 222, which I know are really high. I'm an alcoholic, so I'm concerned about how this is affecting my health. What kind of medication or treatment would you suggest for someone in my situation?

Accepted Answer

Don't worry, penis size is a common concern.

Average penis size is around 5-6 inches in length and 4-5 inches in girth.

Your height doesn't directly correlate with penis size.

There are no proven methods to significantly increase penis size.

Focus on overall health and wellness, including exercise, healthy diet, and stress management.

Consult a healthcare professional or a urologist for personalized advice and reassurance.

Can a person live without a liver?

No, you can not live without a liver. A person can function well on half liver too, moreover, liver can regenerate by itself. It means that even if a person donates half a liver, it will grow back to normal size within few months.

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I'm really concerned because my father's HSB Ag test came back positive, and we just got his ultrasound results. Most of the findings look okay, but it mentioned that the echotexture of his liver is slightly altered. Should we be worried about that? Is this something serious or just a minor issue?

I'm really worried because my SGOT level is 120 and my SGPT level is 222, which I know are really high. I'm an alcoholic, so I'm concerned about how this is affecting my health. What kind of medication or treatment would you suggest for someone in my situation?

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