Do Tuberculosis patients have high ESR?
Yes, patients have high ESR during TB because of inflammatory cytokines released in the blood which can cause elevated levels of ESR.
Last updated on 12 Dec 2024
Your doctor might advise taking a nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drug (NSAID), such as ibuprofen (Advil, Motrin) or naproxen (Aleve, Naprosyn) corticosteroid therapy to reduce inflammation.
ESR 45 and above might indicate mild health conditions. ESR above 100 can indicate serious illnesses such as arthritis and polymyalgia. Consult with a doctor to know the root cause.
An erythrocyte sedimentation rate checks for inflammations in the body. Inflammations can be due to injuries, infections or many conditions in the body. ESR test can also indicate certain cancers and blood disorders.
You can consume foods rich in omega 3 and anti inflammatory foods such as berries and seasonal fruits.
When ESR levels are high. The body has inflammations which may be due to certain conditions such as arthritis or certain blood disorders. Hence, it is important to consult with a doctor to know the root cause of high ESR in the body.
HMG, CBC+ESR, Complete Hemogram Test
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