Morgan Wilson8 said:Can someone please recommend a clinic in Chicago where I can get a gastroscopy done under anesthesia? It’s pretty important to me that they’re high quality, but I also want something that won't completely break the bank.
If you don't mind me asking, why do you need it done with anesthesia?
Does anyone have a recommendation for a private ankle ultrasound? If you've been somewhere or have some experience... maybe around the Chicago area, specifically on the west side. Thanks in advance.
I guess elevated CRP levels shouldn't really be linked to a splenectomy—unless we're talking about someone with thalassemia, which isn't you—so it's more likely just inflammation. It basically means there's an inflammatory process going on in your body. I suppose being overweight can also cause inflammation, which might show up as high CRP too. Still, a lot of this seems a bit odd in your case. Maybe you should get a more thorough workup, since having high leukocytes, neutrophils, and CRP all at once suggests some kind of inflammation where the cause isn't totally clear from what you've told me.
Because of what you mentioned, and like I said in the opening post, I really need some context. It’s hard to make sense of anything without knowing why you even got these tests done, what medical conditions you're dealing with, if you're on any meds, or if you smoke. All of that stuff can totally mess with lab results, so interpreting them without that info isn't really accurate.
Basically, your liver panel looks fine. That GGT result doesn't really matter here, and your cholesterol is only slightly off, so there's nothing to worry about right now—though it's always a good idea to look at diet and lifestyle changes.
Regarding the blood work, seeing a slight elevation in platelets is pretty normal for someone who's had a splenectomy, and those people can sometimes have higher leukocyte counts too. You didn't mention why you had the spleen removed (was it trauma?), because blood work patterns after a splenectomy can vary depending on how it happened.
Usually, you might see mild leukocytosis (typically not over 15 x 10^9/L), and the differential usually shows lymphocytosis—with lymphocytes around 60%—but in your case, neutrophilia is the main thing. Neutrophilia happens too, and for most people, it's just temporary and mild to moderate, though it can stick around longer for some. That's why it's important to know what your blood work looked like before; have you had any tests in the last 9 years? Also, things like smoking, medications, and how active you are all matter when we're trying to read these numbers.
And if you don't mind me asking, why is the photo so small? I'm having a hard time making out the numbers...
I've had blood work done before, but nothing this detailed. Nobody ever sent me anything like this. My CRP has been consistently high ever since my splenectomy (from a car accident). It goes from 15 up to even higher, but it usually hovers somewhere between 15 and 20. I don't smoke or drink. I am overweight, and I stay active through my job since I don't have a desk job. I only take medication for high blood pressure, and occasionally Praxiten (maybe three or four times a month) because I work three shifts, and if I can't sleep after a night shift, I'll take one. I'm not sure why the photo is so small... maybe it's because I took it with my phone for the forum. Thanks for the explanations.
Scott Collins2 said:High leukocyte counts might point toward a bacterial infection, though I'm not really sure about what's going on with this specific blood work. From what I can see, there isn't a CRP reading here, which usually helps indicate if there's an infection present.
I'm not sick, and I haven't been feeling unwell lately, but I was wondering if these elevated levels could maybe be because I don't have a spleen? I actually had a splenectomy about nine years ago.
I’d be grateful if someone could walk me through these blood results. I can see for myself that my cholesterol and liver enzymes are high, but I'm not really sure what to make of all that or the hematology report where several things are elevated too. What does this actually point to? Just for context, I'm 51. Thanks in advance.
Eurosport is broadcasting the PGA. Wow... that’s actually pretty great. I haven't really kept up with golf since they pulled those SK and GK channels from our A1 package, but now I can catch the Windham Championship....
So, I picked up this mouse today based on a recommendation, and honestly, I'm beyond happy with it. It just runs so smoothly—I guess you could even call it perfect. Then again, I’m not exactly a power user or anything; I mostly just browse the web and call it a day, no gaming or anything like that. But for what I need, this thing is brilliant. If you just want something reliable for everyday use that's smooth and easy to program, I'd say it's a solid choice.👍
So, I've finished 11 days on Clindamycin, but my CRP is still high. I guess I'm not really sure what to make of it... I'm heading back for more blood work in two weeks, and if the CRP is still elevated then, my doctor will probably refer me to an internist.
Sandra Vaughn50 said:So why did you get the pneumonia vaccine? Was there some underlying health issue or something?
And no, it isn't normal for CRP to stay elevated all the time, unless you're testing because you suspect an infection, in which case a spike is just what happens (which is expected).
I got vaccinated against pneumonia because I don't have a spleen, so I have to get the shot every five years. Before six years ago—when I was in a car accident and had a splenectomy—my health was actually pretty fine. I'm 48, I don't drink or smoke, but I do have hypertension.
For the last two or so years, my CRP has been consistently high, usually sitting somewhere between 30 and 50. Then, about two weeks ago, I went in to get a pneumonia vaccine, having no idea there was some kind of inflammation going on in my system. My CRP shot up to nearly 100. It triggered a reaction too—my arm where I got the shot was incredibly painful, and I hit a fever of 103.4. I guess I'm wondering what could be driving this elevated CRP and what my next steps should be? My primary care doctor doesn't seem concerned, but I can't help feeling like this isn't exactly normal. P.S. Just so you know, I had my spleen removed following a car accident about six years ago.
Bradley Taylor5 said:Hey there! I was wondering if anyone could share their experiences with Dr. Diana Kostanjšek over at the clinic on Njegoševa, or maybe Iva Špelić at the facility on Schwarzwald—specifically regarding how professional or polite they tend to be. Also, I guess if anyone has recommendations for other doctors taking new patients around the St. Catherine or Maxim area, that would be great. Thanks. 🙂
Maybe just go ahead and look up that doctor review site and see what patients have actually said about those doctors, if anything.
Hey there. My mother-in-law is 80 and dealing with some pretty intense lower back pain. She’s already had three injections, but honestly, nothing seems to be helping much. We’ve been giving her Advil, which eases the ache for a little bit, but then it just wears off after a few hours. I guess we’re just stuck. She’s constantly in pain, and since she can’t even get out of bed on her own, we have to help her to the bathroom. Should we be pushing for an MRI or something? It feels like once doctors see an 80-year-old woman, they just stop trying to actually do anything...
Since the waitlist for a neurologist at Klaićev is stretching all the way into early 2020, I was wondering if anyone could recommend a good private neurologist in New York City. Thanks a bunch.
I'm looking for some recommendations for a solid neurologist for a 15-year-old. Doesn't really matter if it's private practice or through Medicare, I guess. Thanks in advance.
I honestly didn't think I'd ever see Tiger Woods put on that green jacket again. I really didn't... but I guess I'm glad he pulled it off. Good for him.
So, I went in for my cardiac scan today, and honestly, it was completely painless. I didn't even feel the needle in my neck, and the staff at the clinic were actually really nice and professional—they walked me through everything so there wasn't much to worry about. I think I was mostly just stressed about getting poked in the neck, but they hit the mark on the first try and everything went smoothly. Just figured I'd share in case anyone else is nervous about going. P.S. I had the procedure done over at the Mayo Clinic. Later.