I recently got my liver function test results and I'm feeling a bit unsure. The results show my total bilirubin is 0.7 mgdl, direct bilirubin is 0.4 mgdl, and indirect bilirubin is 0.3 mgdl. I noticed that my direct bilirubin is 0.1 mgdl higher than the indirect bilirubin. Should I be worried about this? Is there anything specific I should be doing or looking into?

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Dr Dhankecha Dineshbhai

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6+ Yrs

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No need to worry everythis is normal ,consume balanced diet and maintain healthy lifestyle

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I've been vomiting blood for the last two days and it's really got me worried. I've been dealing with ulcerative colitis for about six years now, and I'm not sure if it's related. Could these two things be connected? What should I do?

Thats unusual ,ideally in Ulcerative Colitis Upper GI bleed is uncommon,visit Gastroenterologist for endoscopy and appropriate management

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My mom is 53 and has both diabetes and high blood pressure. She recently found out she has multiple gallstones. What would be better for her trying ayurvedic or homeopathic treatments, or should she just go for surgery?

For a 53-year-old woman with diabetes and high blood pressure who has multiple gallstones, surgery (cholecystectomy) is generally the most effective and recommended treatment. While Ayurvedic or homeopathic treatments might offer some relief or symptomatic management, they are not likely to eliminate the gallstones or prevent future complications

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My mom has gallbladder sludge and I'm really worried about her. Is there any homeopathic treatment that can help without needing surgery? Can medicine actually dissolve the sludge or is surgery the only option? Also, could you explain a bit more about what gallbladder sludge is and how serious it is

Sludge is due to inflammation Surgery is required. Consult surgeon

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