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Suggest Treatment For Elevated D-dimer Levels

2 months ago i had an elevated d dimer of 6.3. it was redone not even 2 months later and it was 7.3. i now had neck pain, night sweats and bad headaches. i have a very low blood pressure of about 92 over 63. that drops even lower. i am really worried about this d dimer test. pls help
posted on Thu, 13 Mar 2014
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Hi,
Thanks for asking.
Based on your query, my opinion is as follows.
1. High D-dimer levels signifies increased fibrinolysis.
2. Malignancy needs to be evaluated, as along with increased d-dimer levels, night sweats also signifies malignancy. Autoimmune disorders like rheumatoid arthritis also require evaluation.
3. X-ray of neck and CT scan of brain could be helpful.
4. Take more fluids to improve blood pressure. Avoid sudden change in position as postural hypotension additionally can increase risk of fall.
Hope it helps.
Any further queries, happy to help again.
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Suggest Treatment For Elevated D-dimer Levels

Hi, Thanks for asking. Based on your query, my opinion is as follows. 1. High D-dimer levels signifies increased fibrinolysis. 2. Malignancy needs to be evaluated, as along with increased d-dimer levels, night sweats also signifies malignancy. Autoimmune disorders like rheumatoid arthritis also require evaluation. 3. X-ray of neck and CT scan of brain could be helpful. 4. Take more fluids to improve blood pressure. Avoid sudden change in position as postural hypotension additionally can increase risk of fall. Hope it helps. Any further queries, happy to help again.