- male
- 30 Years
- 29/01/2025
I've been feeling pretty rough with some nausea and fever on and off. I just got my test results back, and my bilirubin levels are showing a total of 1.3 with direct at 0.4 and indirect at 0.9. My SGPT is at 21.8 and SGOT at 25.9. Does this mean I have jaundice? I'm a bit worried and could really use some advice on how to manage my bilirubin levels.
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Dr. Dhankecha Suggests...
Consult a Gastroenterology/gi Medicine Specialist
Answered 04/07/2025
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