Please review my latest medical lab report. Am I suffering from arthritis? Some of my other reports also show minimal derangement, but CRP and RF levels are significantly high.

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Dr Rohinipriyanka Pondugula

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Elevated CRP and RF suggest inflammatory arthritis (e.g. RA). Further evaluation is needed. Early treatment helps joint preservation. Start with rheumatologist review. May need DMARDs. Swelling, joint stiffness, and morning pain support diagnosis.

Dr. Rohinipriyanka Suggests...

Take a Anti CCP Test (Cyclic Citrullinated Peptide) Test or Take a ESR Test (Erythrocyte Sedimentation Rate) Test

Book Anti CCP Test (Cyclic Citrullinated Peptide) Test Book ESR Test (Erythrocyte Sedimentation Rate) Test

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