Brief Answer:
C reactive protein or ESR tests

Detailed Answer:
Hello and welcome.

I have read your history and previous questions carefully.

The muscle aches can be due to a number of reasons e.g poor posture ,over exertion , Rheumatoid arthritis, gout etc

If you are concerned about inflammation , you can get a C reactive protein or ESR done via your G.P , if that is normal then don't worry about inflammation.

I would advise the following tests in consultation with your doctor

CK (creatinine kinase) MM
R.A factor
Anti CCP , Anti Nuclear Abs (ANA)

I would recommend you to consult a psychiatrist to discuss with you your perception of your illness or other problems in detail and get a XXXXXXX mental state exam to rule out anxiety, depression or phobia.

let me know if you have any query
thanks

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Brief Answer:
explained

Detailed Answer:
hello again,

CRP is raised in a number of conditions, you require a detailed physical examination and history to rule out any related cause for any focus of

Acute or chronic inflammatory conditions
Tissue necrosis or tissue injury
Ischemia or infarction of issues
Infection, inflammation
Metabolic syndrome
Malignant tumors especially of breast, lung and gastrointestinal tract
Acute pancreatitis
Post-surgery
Burn
Leukemia
Tobacco smoking
Hormone replacement therapy
Obesity

you require a detailed physical examination and history to rule out any related cause for any focus of infection or inflammation

CRP level is useful both in the clinical assessment of chronic inflammatory disorders and assessment of vascular inflammation; and therefore, in cardiovascular risk stratification. CRP level has been found to be an independent risk factor for atherosclerotic disease. In patients with coronary artery disease, high CRP level is associated with increased cardiovascular morbidity and mortality.

As the LDL is high too, I would recommend diet and lifestyle changes and if the LDL continues to rise then a Statin drug may be started in consult with your Doctor.

thanks.

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Brief Answer:
explained

Detailed Answer:
Hello and welcome,

I am sorry for your distress.


CRP is just a marker for inflammation, the underlying cause of inflammation must be treated which would bring the CRP down automatically. So to answer your question, There is no drug specifically intended to bring CRP down and you would require an extensive history and physical exam by an internal medicine doctor , preferably to ascertain the cause.

Yes cholesterol and lipid profile do have a relationship w.r.t outcome of a patient. your doctor was right in advising Lipid profile as highly sensivie CRP indicates future vascular risk.

let me know if you have any query
I will be more than glad to guide you

thanks

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Brief Answer:
explained

Detailed Answer:
hello again.

you are not bothering me at all. please feel free to share any problem you are having. Im happy to be of help to you.

The body aches ,crp elevation, inflammation or muscle aches could be related to your sore throat due to an acute infection.

non specific Lymph nodes swelling ( lymphadenopathy) is caused by a number of conditions. so i again urge you to get a thorough physical exam as such signs and symptoms need 1st hand experience to comment.

you didnt specify which antibodies you got tested for. i would advise you not to conduct any more tests without the recommendation of a doctor

during your interaction with me , i could sense quite a bit of anxiety and worry. i would humbly advise you to get a psychiatric opinion for a XXXXXXX mental state exam to rule out anxiety , panic or phobias associated with your condition.

do let me know if you have any other questions or issues with which you need help. i will be more than glad to answer.

thanks

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