Causes Of High ESR Levels | Erythrocyte Sedimentation Rate | Normal Range |

ESR, is a non-specific marker indicating inflammation or infection in the body
When there is an inflammation in the body, it causes red blood cells to clump together & settle more rapidly, leading to an Elevated ESR
Now Several reasons contribute to High ESR, these include:
Infections:
So Infections from various listed entities whether bacterial, parasitic, fungal, or viral,
can elevate ESR levels.
Autoimmune Disease:
Like rheumatoid arthritis, systemic lupus erythematosus (SLE) & other autoimmune diseases can also contribute to increased ESR.
Inflammatory Conditions:
A high ESR can also be due to various inflammatory conditions, including inflammatory bowel disease, Crohn’s disease, or ulcerative colitis.
Chronic Kidney Disease:
High ESR levels could also be because of impaired kidney function or chronic kidney disease due
Pregnancy:
During pregnancy, your body goes through various changes, which could be one reason for the high Erythrocyte Sedimentation Rate.

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