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Polycythemia Vera or Essential Thrombocythemia ?

Blood Cancers & Disorders | Last Active: Jun 3 12:02pm | Replies (48)
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@blondie65

I went to the ER and they said it was a hematoma and wrapped ace bandage around my hand. It got worse I called my hematologist office and they reviewed my labs from the ER. Had me come in for a phlebotomy and did not see a Dr. Gave me an appointment for this Thursday so they can recheck my blood and adjust my medication which I take one baby aspirin and one 500 hydroxyurea.I think my hand issues are related to my blood disorder.

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Lori, Volunteer Mentor | @loribmt | May 14 1:51pm

You may be right that this is all related to your blood disorders. Having two blood conditions with the potential for blood clotting such PV with too many red blood cells and ET with elevated platelets bears a closer look and reevaluation.
I’m glad you went in to the ER…that set the ball rolling today to get you into your hematologist's office for a quick phlebotomy. Your red blood count must have been elevated.
Will you let me know what you find out Thursday with your next appointment? Was this your first phlebotomy?

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