Will Hepatitis B with liver swelling affect heart or other organs?
Patient: Hello, my blood pressure is usually 170/110. It sometimes rises to up to 230/150. I am diabetic and taking insulin. Sometimes my blood sugar rises to 180 and up to 250. I have LDL 123 and HDL 40. The ratio for cholesterol was 5.44 on my last lab test. I had 265 for triglyceride. I also have Hepatitis B with some swelling and irritation in the liver with normal liver lab tests. Please let me know how dangerous this on my heart and other organs. Doctor: Thank you for posting your query. As per now, it will NOT affect adjacent organs but you should followup your HepB serology results with your treating physician. If liver enzymes are normal, and HepB viral load is low, then Nothing to worry.furthermore, strict glucose control especially with diet is advised to avoid complications of diabetes mellitus. Less Salt intake advised to counter the high BP. Low fat diet to counter the increase lipids. In case, you are fond of oily(fried) food, try to use OLIVE OIL BUT in less amount.remember, Prevention is better than Cure.if any further questions, feel free to ask.Health professionals aim to diagnose properly and manage patients according to their limited knowledge. Cure is blessed by the ONE who Created us, whose power and knowledge is unlimited .wish you good health.regards,Dr Tayyab Malik