Question
Hello, my child’s creatine kinase levels were found to be elevated yesterday, and the doctor recommended hospital observation.
Answer
Elevated creatine kinase (CK) levels may indicate muscle damage or myocardial disease. Common causes include: 1. Acute myocardial infarction; 2. Myocarditis; 3. Muscle diseases such as polymyositis, rhabdomyolysis, and progressive muscular dystrophy, among others. It is suggested to undergo an ECG, electromyography, electrolytes, and creatine kinase isoenzymes to determine the cause and receive timely treatment.