How long does it take for ESR to return to normal?

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Dr Dhankecha Dineshbhai

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ESR levels takes few weeks to return to normal.

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Take a ALLERGY PAEDIATRIC PANEL Test or Take a FIBRINOGEN Test

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Answered 24/07/2025

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I have been experiencing cough and cold for 4 days, with a mild fever between 99 and 100.5F over the last two days, which subsided after taking PCM. Today, as advised by my doctor, I had a blood test. The results show ESR 40, while hemoglobin and platelet count are normal. I am confused about why my ESR is high. My doctor prescribed Azithromycin for 5 days. Is there any serious problem associated with this high ESR?

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My mother is around 70 years old. She is suffering from joint pain. Nowadays swelling is observed in her foot. She also has diabetes and high blood pressure, for which she is taking medication. Her Hb percentage is 8 percent and her blood report shows ESR greater than 100. Please prescribe medicine for her?

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