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High liver enzymes for 30 years

First "diagnosed" with high liver enzymes while applying for life insurance 30 years ago. Insurer charged me more "for being sick" whatever that meant. Followed up with my then doctor, and was told "don't drink alcohol, don't take Tylenol, don't eat sushi." That was it. No medication, no other "healthy living" tips. Over the years, also developed hypothyroidism, and then T2diabetes. Currently take Synthroid, Metformin, and Glimipiride. I don't feel any of these medications improve my health or life quality, but what can I do other than take them and make healthy food choices and keep my weight to a healthy number.

9-ish years ago, after dealing with gastric issues, I stopped eating gluten at the suggestion of my GP, although scoping at both ends did not indicate celiac disease. I think it was helpful. This spring, 2024, I started eating gluten again. Some gluten I will always avoid - because I've become accustomed to it - but some, like real pasta, I will indulge in now and again b/c the substitutes are disgusting. I had read recently, like the past 2 years, there IS a connection between high liver enzymes and gluten - but ... where is the cure?

I've felt abandoned by the doctors I have seen; recently saw an endocrinologist who wants me to take Ozempic, or Monjouro, since it will CURE ME ALMOST IMMEDIATELY of my T2d and liver issues. I'm scared to death to take it. At 5ft 5 in tall, current weight 160, at my age, I'm not even considered overweight. My idiot GP suggested gastric bypass - which is insane - no bariatric doctor would entertain this - and why would this even cross my mind? She said "it will cure your diabetes and you'll lose weight." I don't NEED to lose weight. So the current Endo and I disagree - I'm doing the same old same old, and go see her again in October for blood work, and, hopefully, the way I've lowered carbs will make a dent in my A1C....which I believe it will. I see the difference, and this is now my new way of eating.

Anyhow, the above is my lament. There is no cure for diabetes, or NASH, or hypothyroidism. I'm left to deal with it all on my own, take the meds, eat well, exercise.....and that's that.

They will never cure diseases - the money is in the medicines.

  1. , I am so sorry you have endured that for so long! It's so frustrating to not be heard or have direction or support from your medical team. You're right; there are no cures for diabetes, NASH, or hypothyroidism. I'm so glad you've found our site to share your experiences and frustrations and get emotional support from others who are likely in similar boats.

    I developed diabetes, NASH, and hypothyroidism all after experiencing cancer treatments, and most of the doctors don't believe that I never had the issues before cancer or that I wouldn't have them now had it not been for the cancer treatments I've had. My pathway is different from yours and not as long yet, but similar. I know the frustration.

    I hope you can find some solace and camaraderie here.

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