PMR links with raised ALP

[TrendyW]

Hi. Could anyone help me please with this question. I am 68 years old and was diagnosed with PMR in 2020. In 2024, a blood test showed that my ALP was significantly rraised, and it continues to stay elevated. I also have osteoarthritis and non alcoholic fatty liver. My GP is excellent and continues to investigate, but I read online that there could be a link between PMR and elevated ALP.Does anyone else with PMR have elevated ALP.

Thank you for your time.

[piglette]

PMR is an inflammatory condition, and the liver's role in inflammation and metabolism may be affected, leading to elevated enzymes. Some people have mentioned liver problems on this board.

[TrendyW in reply to piglette]

Thank you for your quick response. I'm still getting to grips with using the site but will search for any links.

[piglette in reply to TrendyW]

You may be interested in the GCA/PMR Gardening group which was set up by someone from this group. Some lovely photos. facebook.com/groups/6288051...

[CathyM64]

Hi TrendyW Paget's disease can also raise ALP levels . Sounds like you have a good GP btw

[PMRpro Ambassador]

Up to half of patients with PMR have raised ALP - I had it for a time

pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/articl...