Could the ongoing joint pain and muscle stiffness I am experiencing one month after having COVID-19 be caused by my pre-existing cerebral palsy and muscle tightness (spasticity) or my previously high levels of inflammation (CRP of 15.90) and blood clot markers (D-Dimer of 317), and should I start taking any new medications to lower my inflammation or begin taking Ecosprin, considering I currently take multivitamins, Etoshine MR, baclofen 10, and febucip 40 as needed? | Apollo Pharmacy

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Could the ongoing joint pain and muscle stiffness I am experiencing one month after having COVID-19 be caused by my pre-existing cerebral palsy and muscle tightness (spasticity) or my previously high levels of inflammation (CRP of 15.90) and blood clot markers (D-Dimer of 317), and should I start taking any new medications to lower my inflammation or begin taking Ecosprin, considering I currently take multivitamins, Etoshine MR, baclofen 10, and febucip 40 as needed?

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Could the ongoing joint pain and muscle stiffness I am experiencing one month after having COVID-19 be caused by my pre-existing cerebral palsy and muscle tightness (spasticity) or my previously high levels of inflammation (CRP of 15.90) and blood clot markers (D-Dimer of 317), and should I start taking any new medications to lower my inflammation or begin taking Ecosprin, considering I currently take multivitamins, Etoshine MR, baclofen 10, and febucip 40 as needed?

Asked by Male, 44 · 29 days ago

Y. Lakshmi Thulasi

Pharm-D (Post baccalaureate)

29 days ago

It is very common to experience joint pain and increased muscle stiffness after COVID-19. This viral infection can temporarily worsen your pre-existing spasticity from cerebral palsy and elevate inflammatory markers like CRP. Reassuringly, your D-Dimer of 317 is typically within a safe, normal range. Since you are already taking Etoshine MR and baclofen, please do not start new medications like Ecosprin without consulting your doctor first. Adding more medications can increase the risk of side effects or drug interactions. Your physician can help safely adjust your current treatment plan to manage these symptoms as you recover.

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Could the ongoing joint pain and muscle stiffness I am experiencing one month after having COVID-19 be caused by my pre-existing cerebral palsy and muscle tightness (spasticity) or my previously high levels of inflammation (CRP of 15.90) and blood clot markers (D-Dimer of 317), and should I start taking any new medications to lower my inflammation or begin taking Ecosprin, considering I currently take multivitamins, Etoshine MR, baclofen 10, and febucip 40 as needed?

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