A member asked:

Av test positive .ra factor positive .joint pain.esr raised.crp positive. plz diagnose my disease.

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Dr. Peter Ihle answered

Specializes in Orthopedic Surgery

Unable: Some RA tests r false + the others need interpretation by ur md. All ESR means is it is elevated ; how high is helpful, a common cold will cause low elevations auto immune disease higher, ; infection very high. CRP is more sensitive and relates 2 infection, and depends again on how high. A complete work up is needed. C a rheumatologist.

Answered 6/10/2014

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Rheumatoid arthritis: Have a ccp antibody test done. If it is positive, you have rheumatoid arthritis. I urge you to see a rheumatologist for this issue.

Answered 12/1/2013

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