High Liver Enzymes Symptoms, Causes & More
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10. Summary
While high liver enzyme levels revealed on a blood test need to be noted, they may be temporary and resolve on their own in two to four weeks. Causes include inflammation or damage to the liver from viral diseases, certain medications or lack of sufficient blood flow to the liver.
Symptoms may include yellowing skin, rashes and itching. Severely elevated liver enzyme levels may lead to complications, such as bleeding, vomiting, joint pain or swelling. Treating the underlying cause helps normalize liver enzyme levels.
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