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Does 48mm Of ESR In Blood Test Suggest Any Kind Of Infection?
My blood report shows ESR 48 mm at 1st hr ,RBC 5.2 million/cumm, MCH 25.0 pg and Peripheral Smear as Red blood cell are Normocytic Normocromic. White blood cells are normal. Platelets are Adequate. This was done when I was suffering from sever neck pain. Am I suffer from any kind of infection?
Thu, 15 May 2014
Dear Friend.
Welcome to HCM. I am Dr Anshul Varshney. I have read your query in detail. I understand your concern.
Raised ESR is a marker of inflammation.
This can occur even in infection.
If you have persistent Neck pain and other joint pain, i would advise you following as this high ESR requires evaluation:
1. CRP
2. R-Factor
3. X ray Cervical Spine
4. Chest X ray
This is my best opinion for you based on available details. If you have any further query please ask me.
Stay Healthy.
Dr Anshul Varshney, MD
Welcome to HCM. I am Dr Anshul Varshney. I have read your query in detail. I understand your concern.
Raised ESR is a marker of inflammation.
This can occur even in infection.
If you have persistent Neck pain and other joint pain, i would advise you following as this high ESR requires evaluation:
1. CRP
2. R-Factor
3. X ray Cervical Spine
4. Chest X ray
This is my best opinion for you based on available details. If you have any further query please ask me.
Stay Healthy.
Dr Anshul Varshney, MD
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