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Heart Disease (Expert Forum)
CRP/ESR
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CRP/ESR
by PinCushion, Aug 12, 2002 12:00AM
Hi - I've been going to Doctors & specialists & having tests now for 18 months. Over that time, my ESR has ranged from 38 to 48 and my CRP has ranged from 13 to 25. I have had a colonoscopy, an Endoscopy, several other blood tests and an MRi all with nothing obvious resulting. My levels continue to increase, yet Doctors and Specialist here are running out of ideas.
Should I be concerned?
Thanks
PinCushion!
Should I be concerned?
Thanks
PinCushion!
Doctor's Answer
by CCF-M.D.-KE, Aug 12, 2002 12:00AM
CRP & ESR
CRP: C-Reactive Protein
ESR: Erythrocyte Sedimentation Rate
These 2 laboratory tests are a marker of inflammation in people.
CRP has been shown to be a risk factor for heart disease. ESR is elevated in conditions that cause inflammation. There is no specific condition about which you should be concerned. However, I would recommend having your blood pressure and cholesterol measured along with trying to obtain exercise on a regular basis.
Thanks for your question,
CCF-MD-KE
CRP: C-Reactive Protein
ESR: Erythrocyte Sedimentation Rate
These 2 laboratory tests are a marker of inflammation in people.
CRP has been shown to be a risk factor for heart disease. ESR is elevated in conditions that cause inflammation. There is no specific condition about which you should be concerned. However, I would recommend having your blood pressure and cholesterol measured along with trying to obtain exercise on a regular basis.
Thanks for your question,
CCF-MD-KE
