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Acute Inflammation

Acute inflammation is the sudden, innate, stereotyped, and host-protective response to an injury, infection, or other noxious stimuli. It is referred to as the first line of defense against infection or injury and is usually localized to the site of injury. It is characterized by the classic signs of inflammation, which include swelling, redness, increase in temperature, pain, and loss of function.

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Why are my erythrocyte sedimentation rate and C-reactive protein levels elevated?

Query: Hello doctor, I had undergone a few test reports for erythrocyte sedimentation rate and C-reactive protein. The reports suggested a very high sedimentation rate and elevated C-reactive protein levels. Why so? I am also worried of having a cancer. Please help.  Read Full »

Dr. Anshul Varshney

Dr. Anshul Varshney

Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. I went through your query and understood your concern. I went through your reports (the attachment removed to protect the patient's identity). ESR (erythrocyte sedimentation rate) and CRP (C-reactive protein) are nonspecific tests. They can rise in just a viral infecti...  Read Full »

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