I'm a bit worried because my ESR is quite high at 34. I'm wondering what this really means. Could it be something serious like cancer? Also, I have lichen planus on my feet, and I'm not sure if it's connected to my ESR levels. Should I be concerned about this?

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Dr Dhankecha Dineshbhai

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Raise in ESR signifies active or recent infection,a course of antibiotics with viatmin supplementation would help you,visit Physician for appropriate management

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