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Is Essential Thrombocythemia a blood disease or cancer?

Blood Cancers & Disorders | Last Active: Dec 29, 2025 | Replies (150)
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That’s wonderful news! Thank you for sharing!

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nohrt4me (Jean) | @nohrt4me | Mar 23, 2025

Yes, HU is classified as a chemo drug. It is widely used for sickle cell anemia, some chronic leukemias, and MPNs like ours. I have had ET x 17 years, on HU x 6 years. I am doing OK. Take care!

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