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2 weeks after lap chole elevation of esr to 128 & hemoglobin(10.5)despite taking antibiotics no relief from fever, uneasyness&fatigue what does it mean?

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Dr. Peter Ihle answered

Specializes in Orthopedic Surgery

CRP better 4 infect.: The CRP is more specific 4 infection. One would expect ur ESR 2 b high after any surgical procedure. Also were there cultures taken @ the end of the procedure? If ur not better after 2 wks u may need a new antibiotic.

Answered 6/10/2014

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