- Female
- 45 Years
- 22/01/2025
I'm really concerned about my mom's health. Her ESR levels are incredibly high, sitting at 155, and she's been struggling with rheumatoid arthritis. Could you help me understand whether this is something we should be worried about and what potential impacts this might have on her condition?
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Causes of high esr includes infections like t.b, hepatitis, cancer , bacterial ifections, anaemia and arthritis..etc.. other investigations include RA factor and anti ccp tests is advised..
Dr. Anshul Suggests...
Consult a Cardiologist
Answered 04/07/2025
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