Question
Hello! My daughter has been taking traditional Chinese medicine for two years, and now her liver function test shows that her alkaline phosphatase level is 348 (normal range 25-117). Apart from this, all other indicators are normal. What should we do in this situation? Do we need to take liver-protecting medication?
Answer
If only this indicator is abnormal, there is generally no need for treatment. It is recommended to pay attention to hygiene and develop good eating habits. Consider supplementing with cod liver oil to promote calcium absorption, and getting plenty of sunlight is beneficial for overall health. The diet should be light and easy to digest. Your daughter is now six years old, and an elevated alkaline phosphatase level may be a normal phenomenon in the growth and development process of adolescents. As her liver function is currently normal, it is suggested to monitor and observe regularly, and to have regular liver function tests. If the elevated alkaline phosphatase level is accompanied by liver function abnormalities, then it is necessary to be alert for liver and gallbladder diseases.