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New to Hydrea for ET

Blood Cancers & Disorders | Last Active: Apr 12 5:25pm | Replies (96)
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@jeant1948

I have been on Hydrea for 2 1/2 years. Platelets were 1100 now down to 465 where my doc is happy. I take 1000mg every day and yes my hair is thinning. I'm 76 years old so don't know if it's the drug or old age. I'm also interested in what others have to say about it too. Thanks for sharing

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Colleen Young, Connect Director | @colleenyoung | Mar 13 6:12pm

@jeant1948, some people have reported hair loss with Hydrea treatment. It may also be related to age. There are medications you can take to help with the hair loss, but you would want to clear it with your hematologist first.

I'm glad that your platelet levels are improving. How are you feeling?

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