Question:
will high liver emzymes stop me from having surgery?

I,m freaking out here the drs office called today and wants to retest my blood because of high liver emzzymes my friend said this is a sign of hepatisis will i still be able to have surgery with this? please any info would be aprecited i am going to have a terrible weekend.    — Denice W. (posted on July 9, 2004)

July 9, 2004
Not always true. Certain drugs can effect your liver enzyme levels. Make sure your docs know exactly what you are taking and what you have taken in the past. I have my LE's done once a month due to methotrexate usage. If you have used this drug or something similar, this may explain it. I am sure there are lots of drugs that are metabolised in the liver. GLTY! Jackie O.
   — Jackie O.

July 9, 2004
The past couple of times I have been tested my liver emzymes have been elivated. So the dr tested my for Hepetitis C. I didn't have it. I only ended up with a fatty liver. No problem for surgery
   — Cameron Van Winkle

July 10, 2004
I have had high liver enzymes for most of my adult life, and it has nothing to do with hepatitis, or any other problems, other than an enlarged liver. Some medications can cause the levels to go high, but don't worry about it, as your doctor will know what you are taking and is aware of what it can do to your body. Best of Luck to you in your journey!
   — DorrieB

July 10, 2004
I had high liver enzymes a few years before my surgery. I was given medicine to level them. To make sure my liver was doing good, at my yearly checkups, my doctor had me tested. To make sure I was ok, and I have been. You may want to check with your doctor on this. Best wishes.
   — CAYA M.