Question 1

i have poly myalgic rumentica. sed rate went from 30 to 41 when weaned from 10 mg to 8 mg predizone. should i go any lower?  at beginning it was 44..

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It depends: How do you feel? What symptoms do you have? How high is your CPK(creatine phosphokinase) muscle protein? How long have you been on 10mg of prednisone? Any side effects to it? There are many questions to ask that require a doctor visit. I would recommend a rheumatology specialist referral from your primary physician.

Question 2

will ibuprofen lower your sed rate?

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not enough info: Why is the sed rate elevated? If it is a true inflammatory arthritis then Ibuprofen generally has little benefit. You need to provide more specifics.

Question 3

i was inactive for most of the past 8 months. many days i didnt leave my room, some i didnt even get out of bed. i dont exercise as much as i need to. can this cause inflammation in the lower back? what about high c-reactive protein and sed rate?

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: C-reactive protein and sedimentation rate are classified as "acute phase reactants" and are nonspecific markers for inflammation.  Neither can confirm a diagnosis.  Since many details are lacking, it is hard to interpret your history or to understand your almost complete inactivity.  All of this needs to be handled by your local doctors.  Psychological intervention would be useful.

Question 4

what are some natural ways to lower crp and sed rate if one is overweight and possibly has an autoimmune disorder (sjogren's) and/or cfs/me?

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: CRP and sed rate are changes brought about many conditions or illnesses -and that has to be treated to correct both test results. It is always good to get rid of overweight for general health. The possibility of autoimmune diseases should be explored - if found, then treated to try to normalize the test - if the illness is causing it

Question 5

my sed rate keeps going up now is it 90 doctors believe i suffered a tia . is it possible to take 800 mg ibuprofen to lower sed rate or predisone ?

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PMR?: If your ESR is that high I would ask about a condition called Polymyalgia Rheumatica.  If that is the cause and the diagnosis then prednisone is an appropriate therapy.

Question 6

high sed rate high wbc high crp...low vitd...high micro albumin  and high creatnine?..and pain in right upper and right lower quads

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See a doctor!: Hi. I don't know how "high" your values are, but my advice is see the doc who ordered the tests about the results. If you're not satisfied with his/her explanation, get a second opinion. I can think of many bad things this could be, speculating without more information. The internet is no place for your case! Good luck.

Question 7

sed rate high, crp high, white cells high , extreme constant pain (for over 30 yrs) in lower back 3 inches from spine, hip pain, neg ana?

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Need to examine: What did your doctor, who ordered these tests, say? The lab results indicate inflammation, but do not provide a specific diagnosis. 
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Question 8

i have a high sed rate of 174?

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You question is???: You have not asked a question. The test measures the presence of inflammation. You give no specific history and I have no knowledge of other tests ordered and their results so I cannot offer you any specifics. Discuss the result with the doctor who ordered the test.

Question 9

what is sed rate and tests for it?

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Sed Rate: Is the rate the blood (red blood cells) clots when centrifuged in the laboratory. It is useful test for blood disorders & health of the rbc's.

Question 10

what is considered a high sed rate?

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See details: A sed rate greater than 20 mm/hour is considered elevated. The higher the sed rate, the greater its significance. Minimally elevated values usually mean nothing.

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I have poly myalgic rumentica. sed rate went from 30 to 41 when weaned from 10 mg to 8 mg predizone. should i go any lower? at beginning it was 44..

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Will ibuprofen lower your sed rate?

A member asked:

I was inactive for most of the past 8 months. many days i didnt leave my room, some i didnt even get out of bed. i dont exercise as much as i need to. can this cause inflammation in the lower back? what about high c-reactive protein and sed rate?

A member asked:

What are some natural ways to lower crp and sed rate if one is overweight and possibly has an autoimmune disorder (sjogren's) and/or cfs/me?

A member asked:

My sed rate keeps going up now is it 90 doctors believe i suffered a tia . is it possible to take 800 mg ibuprofen to lower sed rate or predisone ?

A member asked:

High sed rate high wbc high crp...low vitd...high micro albumin and high creatnine?..and pain in right upper and right lower quads

A member asked:

Sed rate high, crp high, white cells high , extreme constant pain (for over 30 yrs) in lower back 3 inches from spine, hip pain, neg ana?

A member asked:

I have a high sed rate of 174?

A member asked:

What is sed rate and tests for it?

A member asked:

What is considered a high sed rate?

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