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My bloodwork recently shows a SGPT level of 116 and an SGOT level of 126. I have been a heavy drinker for the past 5+ years. Can I just slow down/no hard liquor and stop any further damage?

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Dr. Md Shamim Reza answered : 7 years ago

Hi jillp, alcoholism cause liver damage and alcoholic liver disease is one of the leading cause of liver cirrhosis. I request you to stop drinking as early as possible. Also go to a hepatologist, do an ultrasonography determine the extent of damage. Thanks

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