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I can relate to the low adrenal function. I am 48, diagnosed with PV last year, Jak 2 positive. I started on hydroxyurea last fall, then switched to Jakafi earlier this year. Jakafi took away the need for monthly phlebotomy and the constant hot flashes. Also, I do not have a thyroid so I'm constantly shifting thyroid doses depending on my thyroid lab results. I am tired all the time. I have 5 kids ranging from 21 yrs down to 11 year old twins. I do not like the idea of taking medication, but it does help keep the cancer under control. I will ask my oncologist at my next appointment about how to address adrenal fatigue in the midst of all of this. The best thing is that I know I am not alone as I walk through this. So thankful for this very informative message board!

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Hi Kelly, I too am Jak2 positive with PV diagnosed at 55 on Hydroxyurea now for two years almost. I am having terrible hot flashes but am in menopause also but was thinking it’s from that. I know PV can cause night sweats but mine are all day! I need to ask my oncologist about options. I was put in a low dose BP med that really lessened them but after a few months, I’m back to having them all the time. I get phlebotomies about every 8 weeks. Jakafi is the only other medication but is extremely expensive and I’m not sure it’ll be an option for me. I’m just waiting it out for now hoping it’s my hormones…