i have a positive ANA, and elevated CRP and ESR, the obly synptoms i have is , my hair is shedding alot, and my skin was blotchy, which is gone now, im so nervous, cause i dont know what to do, reading all this stuff terrifies me .. i am 64
Based on your query and lab reports my opinion is1. ANA is antinuclear antibody which is positive in autoimmune diseases. Since you have tested positive for ANA, you need to go for thorough evaluation of for other antibodies too.2. CRP is an acute phase reactant which raises in infection/ inflammation.3. ESR raise is non-specific. It does not indicate a disease as such. However, it is significant if raised in already diagnosed condition. Hope this helps Regards