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Will my depomedrone steroid injection lower my CRP?

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heatherp

I'm not absolutely certain about CRP specifically as that is one I don't have monitored, however it did lower my ESR. Since it is supposed to reduce inflammation I would think it should reduce CRP too (only my thoughts!)..

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KathH

I believe the CRP levels indicate inflammation and therefore the levels should drop if your responding to the injection. What was your level, my first was at 33 my next test in 4 weeks I've had the jab and take naproxen but still having swollen puffy hands?

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CaroleHe in reply to KathH

Thank you, I am feeling better so will have to wait until my next blood tests in 3 weeks time

Feeling better is the main thing x

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Paula-C

My CRP levels last April, May, June and July were high. 56, 27, 42 and 55. Understandably I wasn't feeling too good. I had a steroid injection middle of July and I did then feel much better, but my CRP reading in August was 36 and September 48. Not got October ones yet. From what I understand they like it to be around 6. The steroid injection by now will of worn off, but I've recently started injecting MTX, last ditch attempt before I am referred for anti-tnf. Must say that injecting it has made a big difference to how I feel, just hope CRP readings agree.

Paula x

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claireie

Hi Paula,

My CRP levels are normally around 30, but June and July they were 146. I had pericardial effusion a couple years ago and it went up to 260. I'm probably quite thin and only look fat because of all the inflammation!! LOL

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SarahKate-NRAS

Hi CaroleHe and all

If you are ever curious about blood tests, a good website that we often use is Lab Tests Online UK. They have some information about CRP you may find of interest:

labtestsonline.org.uk/under...

It is worth bearing in mind that different clinical laboratories may use different reference ranges. So what is 'normal' for one person may not be for another, so it is always best to check with your own blood lab or health professional as to what reference ranges they use.

Kind regards

Sarah Kate

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