I'm a bit worried about my test results because my ESR is 37 and my CBC shows 13,800. Should I be concerned about these numbers? Is there a way to bring these levels down quickly? Someone mentioned tomatoes might helpdo you know if that's true?

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-An ESR of 37 and a CBC of 13,800 indicate mild inflammation or infection in the body. It's important to consult your doctor to identify the cause. While tomatoes are rich in antioxidants and may help reduce inflammation, addressing the root cause of the

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I've been having a lot of knee joint pain and allopathy doctors are recommending surgery but I'm hesitant. Are there good ayurvedic treatment options in Bangalore that could help avoid surgery? What would you suggest for long-term relief?

Ayurvedic care and marma therapy may relieve knee pain but severe degenerative changes often benefit from guided physiotherapy or joint replacement eventually.

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I'm really struggling with vasculitis and it's been going on for about two years now. I'm desperate to find the right specialist who can really help me. What kind of doctor should I be looking for to get the proper treatment for this condition? I'm feeling quite worried and would appreciate any guidance.

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My mom has osteoarthritis which runs in our family We saw two doctors with different opinions one suggested medications like Nyros Max and Sazo 500 to manage pain and strengthen cartilage while the other recommended a Synvisc injection for temporary relief and mentioned knee replacement surgery might be needed later I'm confused about which treatment path to follow for her condition

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