Is it normal for blood inflammatory markers to be elevated?

Yes. It’s normal for inflammatory markers to be elevated or high. 

HS is an illness that causes inflammation. Additionally, due to persistent inflammation and trauma (chronic abscesses/wounds). And in the case of an infection being present. 

As a result of these, several blood markers could show higher levels. 

These may include

• White blood cell (WBC)
• Serum proinflammatory cytokines
• C-reactive protein (CRP)
• Erythrocyte sedimentation rate (ESR)
• Leukocytosis, neutrophils, and monocytes

The nature of this can be either persistent or intermittent. It varies depending on the severity of the disease.

Bear in mind, HS is not responsible for everything. Always speak to your medical team regarding your test results. 

I will go into this topic more thoroughly in the future in my article (will be tagged to this section). Including tips on how to better manage.

_{Special Note: Researched, compiled, and written by Denise Fixsen. This information is backed by my 46 years of living with Hidradenitis Suppurativa, 10 years of dealing with multiple chronic illnesses, 36 years of advocacy, and continuous education. And to ensure accuracy, reliability, and trustworthiness, I incorporate peer-reviewed studies and other high-quality sources into my articles and material. I also wanted to inform you that I’ve chosen to end my collaboration with editors on my articles. Although there may be grammar errors due to brain illnesses (mostly), with this said, my content remains reliable, factual, and solid.}

_{Medical Disclaimer: This content is solely for information, education, and support. The purpose is not to serve as a replacement for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatments.}

_{Sources: PMCID: PMC9009384PMID: 35432388PMCID: PMC9127563PMID: 35620323 doi.org/10.1111/jdv.18175}

_{FAQ posted on 08-29-2024}