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Last July 2025 i did my haemoglobin count test which was 12.8 . Now after 9 months on 17 04.26 again i did a test of haemoglobin which i found to be 12.1 decreased than previous. My SGPT IS LOWER THAN SGOT AS MY SGOT IS 64 . PLEASE ADVISE
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Did you checked you haemoglobin alone…at first we need to know the cause of your anemia whether IDC or B12 for that you need to do peripheral smear..do you have any history of blood loss?..send your hemogram with LFT for further information
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Your Haemoglobin is on lower side of normal, slight variations can occur in results.
Take more of green, leafy vegetables, pumpkin, beetroot, fruits like pomegranate, apples, oranges, nuts, berries, curd, cheese.
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Take cap Siderfol one daily for 4 weeks.tab neurobion forte one daily for 4 weeks.
Repeat Haemoglobin after 4 weeks.
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Thank you for putting your query
I understand your concern
Let me assure you that for time. Being nothing is wrong
LFT is a bit de arranged but not significant
You do few more test like Repeat LFt
Iron profile and Thyroid profile
Keep yourself hydrated take balance food and do some workout
Have a nice Day
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Kindly consult
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"A Hemoglobin level of 12.1 g/dL is slightly below the optimal range for an adult male (typically 13.5–17.5 g/dL), indicating mild Anemia. The minor drop from 12.8 to 12.1 over nine months is not alarming but suggests a gradual depletion of iron stores or a nutritional gap. More importantly, your SGOT (AST) of 64 U/L is above the normal limit (usually up to 40 U/L). While SGOT and Hemoglobin are not directly related, an elevated SGOT can indicate mild liver stress, muscle exertion, or fatty liver changes, which require further investigation to rule out metabolic issues."
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"1. Hemoglobin (12.1): This slight decrease can lead to mild fatigue. Since you are 43, we need to ensure this isn't due to poor absorption or minor internal blood loss (like piles).
2. SGOT (64) > SGPT: Normally, SGPT is more specific to the liver. When SGOT is higher, it can sometimes be related to alcohol consumption, certain medications, or even intense physical exercise and values fluctuate, but a persistent rise in liver enzymes should not be ignored."values fluctuate, but a persistent rise in liver enzymes should not be ignored."
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Start udiliv
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Nothing is constant in universe, soas human body n its value, so Nothing a big deal. It will increase as the time pass.
Sgot ,sgpt Nothing to do with hb.
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Hello,
It is always a good practice to monitor your health markers over time. After reviewing your recent reports, here is a simple breakdown of what these numbers mean for you:
1. Your Hemoglobin Levels
Your hemoglobin has slightly dipped from 12.8 to 12.1 over the last nine months.
What this means: While this isn't a major drop, both of these values are slightly below the ideal range for an adult male.
Next Step: Hemoglobin is what carries oxygen in your blood. If it’s on the lower side, you might feel more tired than usual. It would be worth checking your Iron, Vitamin B12, and Folic Acid levels to see if a simple nutritional adjustment is needed.
2. Your Liver Enzymes (SGOT and SGPT)
You noticed that your SGOT is 64, which is higher than the usual limit (typically around 40), and it is also higher than your SGPT.
What this means: When SGOT is elevated on its own, it doesn't always mean there is a problem with the liver. This enzyme is also found in muscles and the heart. Sometimes, heavy exercise, certain medications, or even alcohol can cause this number to go up temporarily.
Next Step: To get a clearer picture, a full Liver Function Test (LFT) and a test called Gamma-GT are recommended. These will help determine if the elevation is coming from the liver or elsewhere.
Action Plan & Recommendations
Consult an Internal Medicine Specialist: A doctor can perform a physical exam and look at these trends in the context of your overall health.
Review Your Habits: Consider if you have started any new supplements, medications, or intense workout routines recently, as these can impact your liver enzymes.
Balanced Nutrition: Focus on iron-rich foods (like leafy greens, beans, or lean meats) to help support your hemoglobin levels.
Summary: Your results show some mild variations that aren't immediately alarming but do need a follow-up. Checking for vitamin deficiencies and getting a more detailed liver panel will help ensure everything is functioning as it should.
Best regards.
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The decrease in your hemoglobin levels over the past few months is not very major.
But your SGOT is on the higher side, although that could be because of various reasons.
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Kindly consult regarding your symptoms for better advice further.
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Kindly book online consultation to know more or detailed explanation
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Looking at your reports, nothing here looks alarming, but a couple of things are worth understanding properly.
Your hemoglobin has gone from 12.8 to 12.1 over 9 months. This is a very small change and can happen due to routine variations in diet, hydration, or even lab differences. However, since it’s slightly on the lower side for a male, it would be sensible to just check for common causes like iron, B12, or folate deficiency.
Your SGOT (AST) is 64, which is mildly elevated. When SGOT is higher than SGPT, it is often seen with things like recent strenuous exercise, alcohol intake, mild fatty liver, or even muscle strain. On its own, this value is not worrisome, but it shouldn’t be ignored either.
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1. Repeat LFT after 2–3 weeks (avoid alcohol and heavy exercise before the test)
2. Get iron studies, Vitamin B12, and folate levels done
3. Consider an ultrasound abdomen to rule out fatty liver
4. Review any alcohol intake, supplements, or medications
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-Avoid alcohol for now
-Eat a balanced diet with good iron and protein (green vegetables, pulses, nuts, eggs if you take them)
-Stay well hydrated
-Don’t do heavy workouts just before repeat testing
At this point, these findings are mild and manageable, and most often reversible with simple measures. Just follow up once, and you should have a clearer picture.
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Hb majorly depends upon iron vit b12 and folic acid and other enzymes ..
Consult for more details
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Your haemoglobin drop is mild and not immediately concerning, but considering the trend, we should evaluate for iron deficiency or vitamin deficiencies if required.
An SGOT of 64 indicates mild elevation. SGPT being lower than SGOT alone is not diagnostic.
I recommend Repeat LFT after 3 weeks avoid strenuous activity prior
Consider iron profile, B12, and ultrasound abdomen if persists
Kindly share complete reports so I can guide you further.
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slight variation is considered normal.dietary habits and lifestyle modifications affects liver health mostly.take iron rich diet ,and its in range not low.
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Need more information from your side.
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Dr. Vetsa Sri Krishna Chaitanya
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Rajahmundry
Need a few more details please consult for further evaluation and treatment
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Dr. Ramanitharan Salem Raja
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5 yrs exp
Salem
Hello,
Do consult if you need any further details and treatment
For men 13 would be acceptable minimum range for hb , but above 12 is not too bad ,
We don't need to start you on syrup or tablet for this
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add dates fig green leafy vegetables in regular diet & drink beer root juice alternative days ( for a person without any pre-existing medical conditions)
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sleep in dark room , do excercise regular , check HB levels every 6 months once
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Dr. Nazia Begum M.G
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Belgaum
Take good nutritious food Rich in iron
Start detox drink every day morning empty stomach
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Dr. V R Tindwani
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51 yrs exp
Ahmedabad
CBC complete report helpful in finding cause of HB fall
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Dr. Siddharth Kumar Singh
General Physician
2 yrs exp
Patna
Just improve you diet to maintain liver health
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Dr. Gaurav Jaiswal
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Jhansi
Kindly do connect and consult
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Dr. Suraj Sharma
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Jaipur
Do consult
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Dr. Anmol Kudal
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Nashik
Hello kindly consult for proper treatment. Could be due to nutritional Deficiency
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Dr. Shaikh Huzaif
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Please consult
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