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My smooth muscle was greater than 1:80 what will decrease this
CRP and ESR are the main inflammatory markers, but they are very nonspecific and don't necessarily correlate to disease activity, Sharon. How you feel is a better indicator, as improved energy and less joint/muscle pain, less swelling of the joints, etc., go with reduced inflammation.
Several blood tests can indicate whether inflammation has decreased in your body, especially if you have lupus. These include:
- Erythrocyte Sedimentation Rate (ESR): Measures how quickly red blood cells settle in a tube. A slower rate can indicate reduced inflammation
- C-Reactive Protein (CRP): Another marker for Show Full Answer
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