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A member asked:

Is increased esr harmful?i had got open appendectomy done 2 months back, the pain in lower abdomen& back still persists.

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Dr. J. Roth answered

Appendix esr: Esr is not specific for any condition. If you are having persistent pain following appendectomy, you should get re-evaluated by your surgeon.

Dr Hoepfner and 3 doctors agreed

Answered 5/29/2016

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