I'm a bit worried because my ESR is reading at 21mm, and I know the maximum normal value is supposed to be under 14mm. Is this something I should be concerned about? Could you help me understand what this means for my health?

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Dr Dhankecha Dineshbhai

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under 14 mm is normal.

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