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High esr in covid
Hi doctor
I had Covid in the last 10 days. Although everything is fine but I have high esr (50).
Should I take methylprednisolone or dexamethasone to lower the same.
Will it help?
I have heard about the side effects of steroids so little worried.
Crp is normal 4.2
Cbc is normal
Chest x ray is normal
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Dr. Monil Sarode
General Physician
3 yrs exp
Pune
Get an HRCT chest done depending on CT score severity we can provide medication.
Also monitor your oxygen saturation level daily.
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consult me for further assistance
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