Why is ESR higher in females?
As compared to men, ESR is slightly higher in females especially during menstruation. Also, during pregnancy ESR remains constantly high for few females.
Last updated on 17 Jul 2023
Yes, patients have high ESR during TB because of inflammatory cytokines released in the blood which can cause elevated levels of ESR.
It means that either one has inflammations or infections in the body. Consult with a doctor to know the root cause and investigate further.
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.
One can lower ESR levels by exercising regularly and consuming anti-inflammatory foods such as fruits, vegetables and fish. Additionally lead a healthy lifestyle to lower the chances of infections and certain blood related disorders.
They are looking for inflammations in the body which can raise ESR and CRP levels.
HMG, CBC+ESR, Complete Hemogram Test
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