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Can glandular fever elevate a child's liver enzymes in a blood test if so how long till it goes back to normal?

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Dr. Shalini Sethi answered

Specializes in Pediatrics

Yes: Infectious mononucleosis or glandular fever can raise liver enzymes because it causes liver dis function . It is temporary and will settle as the illness settles.

Answered 11/28/2017

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Yes: A mild liver infection is common with glandular fever.Enzyme elevations usually subside within 1-3 months, but rechecking them is seldom needed if elevation is modest.

Answered 1/9/2020

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