Crystal W. asked
I am 63 years old and had a CEA blood test that came back high at 6.3. I have multiple sclerosis (MS) and have been feeling weak and run down for a few months. What should I do now?
September 26th, 2023
Timothy L. answered
A high CEA level can be caused by factors other than cancer, such as smoking and inflammation. Since...
September 26th, 2023
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