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Polycythemia vera
by lov2laf, Mar 29, 2008 08:23PM
Technically polycythemia vera is likely a disease of over accumulation rather then over production. RBC mass is increased and often platelets and whites are increased. With treatment you should live a normal or close to normal lifespan. If male, keep your HCT 42/14 not 45 and female 38/12. Hydroxyurea, interferon, P-32 and the new JAK2 inhibitors now in clinical trial are available. Many go conservatively with just phlebotomy for years on end.
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Please remember that I am not a physician. Always check with your hematologist if you have questions, and if he or she is not available, discuss your concerns with the oncology nurse.
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Please remember that I am not a physician. Always check with your hematologist if you have questions, and if he or she is not available, discuss your concerns with the oncology nurse.
This discussion is related to Polycythemia Vera.
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