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Is ESR Value Of 38 Mm/hr A Cause For Concern?
This regarding my mom, i was going through her medical file and noticed that on 15-4-2016 report of esr, where in esr comes 38 mmh.. She keeps complaing about weeknes net joint / knee pain related probs.... Is there any thing to worry about... Can u guide us in this matter...
Mon, 23 Dec 2019
Hi,
Incomplete data like her age, for how long she is suffering from joint-related problems, morning stiffness, or any other symptoms?
Based on the history and raised ESR your mom seems to be suffering from inflammatory type of arthritis like rheumatoid arthritis until proved otherwise.
Advise you to take her for a rheumatologist consultation for proper evaluation and treatment.
Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.
Take care
Regards,
Dr Mohammed Taher Ali, General & Family Physician
Incomplete data like her age, for how long she is suffering from joint-related problems, morning stiffness, or any other symptoms?
Based on the history and raised ESR your mom seems to be suffering from inflammatory type of arthritis like rheumatoid arthritis until proved otherwise.
Advise you to take her for a rheumatologist consultation for proper evaluation and treatment.
Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.
Take care
Regards,
Dr Mohammed Taher Ali, General & Family Physician
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