What is the reason for a high-level ESR 40?
An increased ESR may be due to arthritis, systemic conditions, bone infections and certain heart conditions may cause ESR levels to rise.
Last updated on 17 Jul 2023
Your doctor might advise taking a nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drug (NSAID), such as ibuprofen (Advil, Motrin) or naproxen (Aleve, Naprosyn) corticosteroid therapy to reduce inflammation.
You can consume foods rich in omega 3 and anti inflammatory foods such as berries and seasonal fruits to lower ESR and CRP naturally.
ESR levels takes few weeks to return to normal.
It means that either one has inflammations or infections in the body. Consult with a doctor to know the root cause and investigate further.
ESR 45 and above might indicate mild health conditions. ESR above 100 can indicate serious illnesses such as arthritis and polymyalgia. Consult with a doctor to know the root cause.
HMG, CBC+ESR, Complete Hemogram Test
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