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My son had a throat infection nearly 3 weeks ago and went for bloods 3 days ago his esr was raised but all over bloods was ok, what could cause this?

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Dr. Patrick Connerly answered

Normal: Increased esr should happen with any infection and usually takes 2-6 weeks to return to normal

Answered 12/8/2016

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Dr. Stuart Hickerson answered

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Sed Rate: A sed rate is a nonspecific test for inflammation of various types If otherwise improving, I would not be concerned about it.

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A member asked:

My son had a throat infection nearly 3 weeks ago and went for bloods 3 days ago his esr was raised but all over bloods was ok, what could cause this?

2 doctors weighed in across 2 answers

Dr. Patrick Connerly answered

Dr. Stuart Hickerson answered

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