CPK, creatinine phosphokinase, is an enzyme present in the body. It is found commonly in the heart, brain, and skeletal muscles. It is essential for muscle function. CPK isoenzyme test helps to determine the level of CPK in the bloodstream. The values of CPK vary in both males and females. The normal range of CPK in males ranges from 39 to 308 U/L, and in females, it ranges from 26 to 192 U/L. Elevated CPK levels are seen in brain injury, convulsions, heart attack, and myocarditis.
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My husband's CPK level is high. Should we get IV therapy or will it decrease over time?
Query: Hello doctor, My husband is a 30-year-old. Last week, he went to the gym the first time after a year and did heavy biceps exercise with high repetitions. After two days, his arms were swollen, and he was not able to make his arms straight. Yesterday we consulted with a nephrologist, and he told to ... Read Full »
Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. My opinion is that he should be admitted to the hospital. Good that he has enough urine output so far. But it can decrease any time, and kidney functions will start to drop. The best is to admit him for close intravenous hydration and daily monitoring of kidney funct... Read Full »