Why would an esr be slightly raised (19)?
It can be slightly raised if you have an active illness. Consult with a doctor to find out what is causing it.
Last updated on 17 Jul 2023
ESR above 50 might indicate mild health conditions. ESR above 100 can indicate serious illnesses such as arthritis and polymyalgia.
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.
A CRP test may be used to help find or monitor inflammation in acute or chronic conditions, including infections from bacteria or viruses.
Elevated CRP and ESR indicates joint related diseases such as arthritis or certain blood related disorders. Consult with a doctor to know the root cause and also learn how to lower CRP and ESR levels naturally.
When ESR levels are high. The body has inflammations which may be due to certain conditions such as arthritis or certain blood disorders. Hence, it is important to consult with a doctor to know the root cause of high ESR in the body.
HMG, CBC+ESR, Complete Hemogram Test
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