Question 1

Yesterday, I had a blood test due to a lump under my ear. The report shows my CRP level is 22.9. Could you please explain what might cause this elevated CRP level, and whether it is something serious?

Question 2

My period started on 5th January and the flow ended on 11th January. However, since then, I have been experiencing spotting once a day, every day. I am a bit concerned and would like to know if this is normal. I have attached my reports from the past few months for your reference.

Question 3

My wife has been experiencing shortness of breath for the last four days along with nausea, vomiting, constipation, headache, nervousness, and anxiety. All her vital signs are within normal range including an oxygen saturation of 98 percent and her blood report is also normal. She is a breastfeeding mother of a two month old child. We have consulted both a medicine specialist and a gastroenterologist and they have suggested that the problem is related to anxiety. We are concerned whether this could be something else or possibly COVID. Please guide.

I am sharing my report and just want a review on it. My platelets are low and lymphocytes are high. Is it okay and what should I do?

A slightly low platelet count and higher lymphocytes can be seen post viral illness or due to mild inflammation. If you are not experiencing bleeding, bruising, or fatigue, there is no immediate concern. Monitoring with a follow up test may help ensure things normalize.

More COMPLETE BLOOD COUNT (CBC) Health Queries

Yesterday, I had a blood test due to a lump under my ear. The report shows my CRP level is 22.9. Could you please explain what might cause this elevated CRP level, and whether it is something serious?

My period started on 5th January and the flow ended on 11th January. However, since then, I have been experiencing spotting once a day, every day. I am a bit concerned and would like to know if this is normal. I have attached my reports from the past few months for your reference.