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If my esr and crp levels are normal, does that mean i dont have pmr?

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Dr. Hunter Handsfield answered

Specializes in Infectious Disease

Probably yes. In any case, polymyalgia rheumatica is exceedingly rare at your age (shown as 19 years). Discuss with your doctor.

Answered 3/9/2023

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Sed rate and C-reactive protein levels are used to screen for underlying inflammatory disorders and are not pathognomonic for any specific disease. Normal levels would essentially be reassuring, but not 100% conclusive. Your physician will use these more for screening rather than final diagnosis.

Answered 3/7/2023

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