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How Long Will I Survive With Polycythemia Vera?

hello i have been dig.with polycythimia vera i have had a rash n my arm since i was alittle girl to day i was looking at som old lad reports one was dated in 2003 i had high levels of plts, and white and red why did they nt tell me i had trouble back then now my question is ihave read that i can excpect to live 10 to 15 yrs how do i found out how much time i have ?im feeling worse all the time
Thu, 22 Jan 2015
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Hi,
Thanks for asking.
Based on your query, my opinion is as follows.
1. Polycythemia vera is a condition characterized by increased hemoglobin levels due to increased production. Its a chronic condition.
2. Patient can survive for a longtime with appropriate treatment for polycythemia vera like hydroxyurea, phlebotomy and apheresis.
3. Further change into a acute myeloid leukemia is the major risk and needs to be watched closely.
4. Not to worry, keep a close watch always and any drop in platelets or bleeding will require evaluation by a hematologist. Appropriate treatment at that time, can prolong life.
Hope it helps.
Any further queries, happy to help again.
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How Long Will I Survive With Polycythemia Vera?

Hi, Thanks for asking. Based on your query, my opinion is as follows. 1. Polycythemia vera is a condition characterized by increased hemoglobin levels due to increased production. Its a chronic condition. 2. Patient can survive for a longtime with appropriate treatment for polycythemia vera like hydroxyurea, phlebotomy and apheresis. 3. Further change into a acute myeloid leukemia is the major risk and needs to be watched closely. 4. Not to worry, keep a close watch always and any drop in platelets or bleeding will require evaluation by a hematologist. Appropriate treatment at that time, can prolong life. Hope it helps. Any further queries, happy to help again.