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  • 60 Years
  • 20/02/2025

I'm really worried about my dad. For the past couple of months, his CRP and ESR levels have been off, with his recent tests showing CRP at 27 mgL and an ESR of 47. Now hes also been experiencing some heart pain over the last four days. What precautions or steps should we be taking to address these health issues?

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Visit Physician for appropriate management

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Consult a Cardiologist

Answered 25/07/2025

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