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Anti CCP Antibodies. And would recommend having the bloods done during the flare up with inflammation markers like ESR/CRP. Definitely sounds Autoimmune in nature.
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Yeah, during a flare up is the best choice. I saw that they already had CRP done and it was normal
Thank you. Theyre nervous to attempt any immune suppression treatments without a diagnosis due to how severe his CMV infection was.
Well ivig can help. Your child's kidney function test is fine? Is he requiring any inotropes to maintain blood pressure?If kidney is fine and not requiring inotropes ivig might be tried if not used before.