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Prothrombin 17.1 sec, inr 1.43

2022-06-13 15:46:04
Hello, My Father's PT INR is 17.1 sec, 1.43 respectively. He is a non drinker, non smoker, never had Hepatitis. He has been taking CIPLAR beta blocker from 5 years, since he was diagnosed with Small varisces. In his LFT, all levels are normal, bilirubin is slightly elevated. Ultrasound of Liver shows nothing serious. Please help me understand the problem.
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Elevated INR, Bilirubin, varices( portal hypertension) suggests chronic liver disease ( cirrhosis). It may be due to NASH.. is your father diabetic.? You can share the ultrasound report too...
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keep sugars under control high protein diet

Answered2022-06-16 12:35:05

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Nothing to worry... Let him continue Tab Ciplar

Answered2022-06-14 06:43:56

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