My father,44 age has a problem of high level of sugar and from past two three days he got fever and his whole body is aching from pain, the blood tests showed increased level of ESR that is 55 so what does it indicate ? is he suffering from any kind of disease ???
Dear Friend. Welcome to Chat Doctor. I am Chat Doctor. I have read your query in detail. Furthermore, I understand your concern. Since he is a diabetic, he is prone to develop infections. This might be due to :1. Urinary tract infection2. PneumoniaRaised ESR with Fever also signifies infection. I would advise you to get him investigated:1. Hemogram2. Urine R/M and Culture3. X-ray Chest. This is my best advise for you based on available details. If you have any further query please ask me. Stay Healthy. ChatDoctor, MD