Question
My baby is showing some symptoms, and the doctor diagnosed it as inflammation in the legs due to a tight diaper. Blood tests show an elevated level of C-reactive protein, indicating the presence of bacterial infection and inflammation in the body. What could be the reasons for the high C-reactive protein levels?
Answer
When the body is infected or tissue is damaged, certain proteins in the plasma can rise sharply, including C-reactive protein. Elevated levels of C-reactive protein suggest a possible bacterial infection and indicate the presence of inflammation. In such cases, it is important to undergo active anti-inflammatory treatment.