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What Causes High ESR Level And Suggest Treatments?
My mother (age: 55+) recently had fever with cough & cold. As advised by the local doctor, we have done CBC tests. In the test report ESR shows a very high value (80), while rest of the components are fine. Is there something to worry about & if yes, what should be our next step ?
Wed, 9 Jul 2014
Hi
ESR raises in response to any chronic inflammatory conditions, like a possible infection, autoimmune conditions, anemia.
Also you have to note that ESR is an indicator of prognosis and never used to make a diagnosis.
Since your mother's reports are normal except ESR, there is nothing of concern.
However if she continues to be symptomatic, you can discuss with your consulting doctor for a diagnosis of tuberculosis as one of the possibilities.
Regards
ESR raises in response to any chronic inflammatory conditions, like a possible infection, autoimmune conditions, anemia.
Also you have to note that ESR is an indicator of prognosis and never used to make a diagnosis.
Since your mother's reports are normal except ESR, there is nothing of concern.
However if she continues to be symptomatic, you can discuss with your consulting doctor for a diagnosis of tuberculosis as one of the possibilities.
Regards
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