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Members discussed elevated sedimentation rates, with several sharing they regularly experience high levels (ranging from 60 to 82) that... Read more

Members discussed elevated sedimentation rates, with several sharing they regularly experience high levels (ranging from 60 to 82) that indicate inflammation in the body, though doctors often struggle to pinpoint the exact cause beyond conditions like fibromyalgia or psoriatic arthritis. Several members explained that ESR (erythrocyte sedimentation rate) tests are typically combined with other bloodwork to help diagnose inflammatory conditions, with one member clarifying that a CA-125 test is more specific for detecting cancer. A recurring theme was the frustration of persistently high inflammation markers without clear answers, balanced with relief when serious conditions like cancer are ruled out despite initially concerning test results.