What Does ESR Count Of 34 In A Child Indicate?

Posted on Mon, 8 Dec 2014

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Question : My daughter is 7 yrs and her ESR count is 34
Please confirm if there is any issue
Request u r advice

Answered by Dr. Diptanshu Das (15 minutes later)

Brief Answer:
ESR is a very non specific indicator. Need not worry if child is not ill

Detailed Answer:
Thanks for asking on Healthcaremagic.

Unless associated with specific problems or symptoms, an ESR of 34 does not signify anything. You may relax.

In such a case nothing needs to be done. All you need to do is to maintain a healthy lifestyle.

Wishing you and your family health.

Regards

Above answer was peer-reviewed by : Dr. Vinay Bhardwaj

Follow up: Dr. Diptanshu Das (5 hours later)

Thanks Doctor for the advice
She is quite normal now The only symptom she has now is PAIN IN THE LEG and she seems to have lost some weight

Answered by Dr. Diptanshu Das (3 hours later)

Brief Answer:
More details needed

Detailed Answer:
Thanks for writing back.

Could you please describe the nature of the leg pain? Also mention whether it affects the joints (like knee and ankle) or whether it involves the calf muscles as well.
Mention her previous weight and how much loss of weight has occurred in how much time.

Please get back with the details and I would try to help you further.

Waiting for your response.

Regards

Above answer was peer-reviewed by : Dr. Prasad