Q: what is the cause of elevated bilirubin in young man,more than 2 years? bilirubin is 31(norm <17)no gilbert syndrome

Many possible causes: ... ranging from problems with the gallbladder or bile duct to liver problems to problems with metabolism. If you know that Gilbert syndrome is not present, you must have seen a physician about this in the past. If a diagnosis still has not been made, I would ask to see a hepatologist for more definitive testing. Good luck.

Q: how long should it take for elevated serotonin levels to return to normal after serotonin syndrome? (its been 3 weeks and still experiencing symptoms)

Serotonin syndrome. : Serotonin syndrome usually associated as an adverse effect of several medications in psychopharmacology can be activated and aggravated through other non clear processes. Your physician should be aware.

Q: would ehlers-danlos syndrome cause an elevated ana? titre 1:640.

NOT: generally..... this syndrome is inherited whereas a elevated ANA indicates an ACQUIRED rheumatic disorder and a complete rheumatological evaluation is indicated! Hope this is helpful Dr Z

Q: is it possible to have serotonin syndrome if your serotonin blood level is elevated? carcinoids have been ruled out already.

Carcinoid Syndrome: High levels of serotonin can be due to the use of certain medications, most commonly, not just carcinoid tumors, and the condition is serious, especially if you are experiencing that "wired" feeling, anxiety, seizures. Read==>http://www.Livestrong.Com/article/457731-what-happens-when-the-level-of-serotonin-is-raised/. If your levels are markedly elevated, you should contact your doctor immediately.

Question 1

is hypersensetivity syndrome any thing to do with elevated nk cells or does it cause nk cells to be agressive ?

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Hypersensitivity: This is a reaction of your immune system to an antigen (chemical substance foreign to your body) and the process can involve nk cells, but may not.  This is, in other terms, allergy.

Question 2

can acute retroviral syndrome (ars) cause elevated total lymphocites (1 month after possible contact), or they usually go down?

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: ARS could do this, but never as the only symptom or sign. If concerned about HIV, get tested -- and believe the results. No other tests of any kind make any difference.

Question 3

how high would ck be with serotonin syndrome? how long would it stay elevated?

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NMS?: You might be thing of NMS which can occur with antipsychotic meds

Question 4

can you have mcas (mast cell activation syndrome) without an elevated tryptase level, even while symptomatic?

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No: If you have symptoms and the tryptase is normal, it is highly unlikely to be from MCAS.  However anaphylaxis to food is not always associated with elevated tryptase level. It would be helpful if you can provide us with a description on the types of symptoms you have been experiencing during the attack.

Question 5

what is the cause of elevated bilirubin in young man,more than 2 years? bilirubin is 31(norm <17)no gilbert syndrome

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Many possible causes: ... ranging from problems with the gallbladder or bile duct to liver problems to problems with metabolism. If you know that Gilbert syndrome is not present, you must have seen a physician about this in the past. If a diagnosis still has not been made, I would ask to see a hepatologist for more definitive testing. Good luck.

Question 6

how long should it take for elevated serotonin levels to return to normal after serotonin syndrome? (its been 3 weeks and still experiencing symptoms)

Accepted Answer

Serotonin syndrome. : Serotonin syndrome usually associated as an adverse effect of several medications in psychopharmacology can be activated and aggravated through other non clear processes. Your physician should be aware.

Question 7

would ehlers-danlos syndrome cause an elevated ana? titre 1:640.

Accepted Answer

NOT: generally..... this syndrome is inherited whereas a elevated ANA indicates an ACQUIRED rheumatic disorder and a complete rheumatological  evaluation is indicated!

Hope this is helpful
Dr Z

Question 8

is it possible to have serotonin syndrome if your serotonin blood level is elevated? carcinoids have been ruled out already.

Accepted Answer

Carcinoid Syndrome: High levels of serotonin can be due to the use of certain medications, most commonly, not just carcinoid tumors, and the condition is serious, especially if you are experiencing that "wired" feeling, anxiety, seizures. Read==>http://www.Livestrong.Com/article/457731-what-happens-when-the-level-of-serotonin-is-raised/. If your levels are markedly elevated, you should contact your doctor immediately.

Question 9

can a person with gilbert's syndrome still drink alcohol (1-2 drinks) per day or is it dangerous since bilirubin is already elevated?

Accepted Answer

Gilbert's syndrome: This is harmless. But excess alcohol can poison anyone's liver. I do not know what size drink you are talking about. 2 Oz a day is max recommended for most but less is better. Any Alcoholics in your family? Beware then due to this but Gilbert's is no worries.

Question 10

why would gilbert's syndrome not be diagnosis until middle age if genetic? no history of elevated bilirubin prior to 6 mos ago; other lfts were elevated, now ok.

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Elevated bilirubin: Patients with gilberts syndrome have elevated unconjugated bilirubin which may not be high enough to cause clinical jaundice and there may be no other symptoms or signs till when it was diagnosed in your case, it  can be asymptomatic and in most cases does not require any treatment.Insome patients it may show as jaundice and at that time blood test will show elevated bilirubin.

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How long should it take for elevated serotonin levels to return to normal after serotonin syndrome? (its been 3 weeks and still experiencing symptoms)

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Would ehlers-danlos syndrome cause an elevated ana? titre 1:640.

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Is it possible to have serotonin syndrome if your serotonin blood level is elevated? carcinoids have been ruled out already.

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