ESR - #18602

A few weeks ago, I got a blood test done, and my ESR levels were quite high. The doctor didn’t explain much, just said it could be due to inflammation in my body. I started searching online, and now I’m really confused. Some articles say ESR is linked to infections, others say it can be a sign of serious diseases like autoimmune disorders or even cancer. Now I’m scared and don’t know what to do next. I haven’t been feeling 100% lately. I’ve had mild joint pain, occasional headaches, and just a general feeling of being tired all the time. Could this be related to my high ESR? Or is it just a coincidence? I also had a fever last month, which lasted for a few days, but I recovered quickly. Can an old infection still affect my ESR level now? I also want to know if there are natural ways to lower ESR. Are there Ayurvedic remedies that can help? I’ve read that turmeric, ginger, and amla have anti-inflammatory properties. Can they help bring my ESR back to normal? Should I change my diet or avoid certain foods? Another thing that’s worrying me is that I’ve been under a lot of stress. Can stress alone cause ESR levels to rise? Or is it always linked to some hidden disease? My diet isn’t the best either—I eat a lot of processed food and don’t exercise much. Could that be a factor? Doctor, what should I do next? Should I repeat the test in a few weeks to see if it comes down on its own? Or do I need more tests to find out the cause? I really want to avoid unnecessary medications—are there any lifestyle changes I can make to naturally lower my ESR?