The Rheum Doc

Replying to @Shenny-baby ESR goes up for a LOT of reasons, and not all of them mean your condition is getting worse. And yes, it can stay high for weeks even after you start feeling better. I’m breaking it down in the simplest way possible in my latest YouTube video. Just real talk about what actually makes ESR climb, why it sometimes stays high even when you feel okay, and why it’s not a ‘panic immediately’ kind of test. And I’m also talking about how CRP fits into the picture, because the two don’t always rise or fall together. Remember, your labs should guide you, not intimidate you. #ESR #inflammation #rheumatoidarthritis #autoimmunedisease