I've just got my blood test results back, and my CRP level is at 13.40. Should I be worried about this? Does having a high CRP level mean I might have HIV or another health issue? Also, is it possible to bring my CRP level back to normal?

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CRP means C-reactive protein and its produce by liver If any kind of infection in your body so CRP level become high. CRP level is high in many diseases Rheumatoid arthritis. Cardiac issue. Any inflammation in body. .. Require more details of the case.

Answered 04/07/2025

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I'm wondering if having a UTI can lead to an increase in my ESR levels. How much does ESR usually go up in a UTI? Also, what's the purpose of measuring ESR? Should I be more concerned about my ESR or CRP levels? Does CRP get elevated with a UTI too? I'm just trying to understand what's going on with these tests.

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