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Mixed Connective Tissue Disease: Labs show spike Creatine Kinase (CK)?

Posted by sonnyforee10 @sonnyforee10, Sep 19 11:58am

Hi I have MCTD with systemic scelederma. My labs show a spike in CK. Anyone else and does any one else know what this means? Thanks

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minnesota10 | @minnesota10 | Sep 20 9:27am

Google it. I did and things came up. I think will answer your questions
Good luck.

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sonnyforee10 | @sonnyforee10 | Sep 20 10:38am

Thanks I did but it didn’t say nuch. I’ll try it again

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suetex | @suetex | Sep 20 11:34am

CK stands for Creatin Kinase which is a muscle enzyme which, if high, tells the dr. that something may be breaking down your muscles, but not what. You would need other tests to be seen by the dr. A good rheumatogist knows what test to ignore and when. Experience seems to be a good teacher.

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sonnyforee10 | @sonnyforee10 | Sep 20 8:28pm
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CK stands for Creatin Kinase which is a muscle enzyme which, if high, tells the dr. that something may be breaking down your muscles, but not what. You would need other tests to be seen by the dr. A good rheumatogist knows what test to ignore and when. Experience seems to be a good teacher.

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Colleen Young, Connect Director | @colleenyoung | Sep 21 4:01pm

@sonnyforee10, it's always concerning to get lab results before having a chance to discuss with your doctor. As you likely know, elevated creatine kinase (CK) levels may indicate damage or disease in your muscles. Sometimes levels can be elevated due to new medications or other issues. This spike is only one piece of the puzzle and best discussed with your doctor. Your doctor knows your current condition and medical history and is better equipped to answer your questions.

Was this a routine blood draw or are you and your doctor investigating a change in your health?

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sonnyforee10 | @sonnyforee10 | Sep 22 7:37pm

Hi thanks for your advice. It was a monthly lab draw for my MCTD….

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