How to treat high ESR (Erythrocyte Sedimentation Rate)
Disease description:
I had a physical examination recently and noticed there was a test for erythrocyte sedimentation rate (ESR), which can check for the presence of rheumatoid diseases. Today, I received my examination report, which showed an elevated ESR level. I would like to ask, how is an elevated ESR treated?
Doctor's answer (1)
Dr. Yang Tiesheng
Elevated ESR treatment recommendations are as follows:
1. Dietary adjustment: Eat more brown sugar, black fungus, red dates, spinach, longan, and animal offal, which may help alleviate elevated ESR.
2. Psychological regulation: If elevated ESR is caused by mental stress, it is important to manage mood and emotions. Symptoms may be relieved through psychological adjustment and dietary changes.
3. Medication therapy: If elevated ESR is caused by organ inflammation, such as myocarditis or hepatitis, identify the underlying cause and use anti-inflammatory medications such as isosorbide dinitrate tablets or aspirin enteric-coated tablets under a doctor's guidance.
4. Lifestyle modification: Control body weight, reduce salt intake, limit alcohol consumption, ensure adequate calcium intake, avoid strenuous exercise, maintain a positive mood, and schedule regular follow-up visits at the hospital.
The specific treatment plan should be determined based on a doctor's diagnosis.
