Her ESR is high, and her hemoglobin is not constant. Her hemoglobin is 10.5 now. Is there any specific reason for the high ESR? How serious is it?

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Dr Yusuf Mohammad

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High ESR common in anemia, infection. Not serious alone, needs monitoring. Eat iron rich foods, stay hydrated. Do CRP, Iron Profile, CBC repeat in 1 month.

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Take a CRP Test (C - Reactive Protein) Test or Take a Iron Studies Test Test

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Answered 15/09/2025

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