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What Would Cause a Person's Liver Enzymes to Be Elevated?

If a doctor tells you that your liver enzymes are elevated, then one thing is abundantly clear: something is wrong with your liver. It could be a mild problem, or something more serious; there are many different reasons why a person's liver enzymes could be elevated.

  1. Fatty Liver Disease

    • Fatty liver disease is when triglycerides are elevated, causing an excess of fat in the liver.

    Hepatitis

    • Hepatitis is a viral, autoimmune disorder that can destroy the liver.

    Cirrhosis

    • Cirrhosis occurs when the excessive consumption of alcohol has nearly destroyed the liver.

    Diabetes

    • Diabetes is a disease in which the body cannot use or produce insulin correctly, causing liver damage if left untreated.

    Celiac Disease

    • Celiac disease is an autoimmune disorder that affects the small intestine.

    Metabolic Liver Disease

    • Metabolic liver disease is when irregularities occur in the body's metabolic functions, causing liver damage.

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