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What are most common side effects when starting HU (Hydroxyurea)?
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I wasn't told either - just that it was "medicine" - but since I had not been told it was a blood cancer, no surprise. I also did my own research online (Mayo and Cleveland Clinic) and found out what I had was a blood cancer, why I was called a high risk and what "medicine" I would be given. When the box arrive, it was labeled "HAZMAT - ground transportation only!" If I hadn't researched, I probably would have fainted! Fortunately, I am now with a very transparent doctor, very collaborative so far. Everyone's comments are SO helpful. Nice to have a place where everyone "gets it!"
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Hello @ksyren, yes, it is really nice to be able to chat with people who are in the same boat.
Where would we be without Dr Google? Mayo Clinic is a wealth of information. Sometimes too much information is just a worry. My hematologist mentioned myelofibrosis at my last visit, he was still waiting for bone marrow test results. So, I google, myelofibrosis, wish I hadn't now. A bit worried about what will come next. Why would you say something like that if you still hadn't had all the results? Oh well will find out tomorrow when I see him. My GP is great.