Liver enzymes increase 1,000 times due to drinking male papaya flowers soaked in honey

A 60-year-old man drank male papaya flowers soaked in honey every day to improve his health. As a result, his liver enzymes increased 1,000 times and he had severe cholestasis.

On September 6th, representatives from the Central Hospital for Tropical Diseases stated that the patient, who had a history of hepatitis B, did not undergo regular health checkups. After seeing an online advertisement for male papaya flowers soaked in honey, he bought some and consumed it daily, considering it a "miracle cure" for two years.

When fatigued and jaundice persisted after treatment at a local medical facility, the patient was transferred to the National Hospital for Tropical Diseases. Doctors discovered the patient had cholestatic hepatitis, leading to jaundice, yellowing of the eyes, and liver enzymes elevated 1,000 times higher than normal. The doctors diagnosed acute liver failure on the background of a hepatitis B virus flare-up.

Doctors in the Hepatitis Department believe this is an unfortunate case resulting from the improper use of traditional medicine.

Traditional remedies such as soaking male papaya flowers in honey require professional advice and should not be used without consulting a doctor.

Male papaya flowers are a traditional medicine used to help control blood sugar in diabetic patients and improve digestive disorders. These flowers also contain papain, an enzyme that aids digestion and prevents constipation. People often soak male papaya flowers in honey to improve respiratory illnesses because they contain anti-inflammatory substances and active compounds such as gallic acid and phenols with antibacterial and anti-inflammatory properties.

In addition, male papaya flowers, with their components beta-carotene, gallic acid, and antioxidant phenols, inhibit the growth of cancer cells, control blood pressure, and prevent cardiovascular diseases.

However, extreme caution should be exercised when using male papaya flowers due to their potential side effects, especially for pregnant women and children. People with a cold constitution, prone to stomach chills and diarrhea, or with a history of pollen allergies should avoid using male papaya flowers to prevent health risks. Excessive use should be avoided as it can easily cause stomach pain, nausea, and diarrhea.

Doctors believe that if this patient had been diagnosed with hepatitis B early and received proper treatment and management, he could have recovered. However, he made the mistake of not seeking medical attention and instead self-medicating with traditional remedies improperly on his weakened body for an extended period, leading to elevated liver enzymes and severe bile stasis.

Doctors advise people to avoid using medications of unknown origin and only use medications certified by reputable medical facilities. When using traditional medicine remedies, it is necessary to consult with a professional for appropriate dosage instructions. Regular health checkups are recommended for early detection and timely treatment of diseases.

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