mw2023, I was started on HU with platelets in the 600/700s. As I have the MPL driver, it's been a challenge to bring the count down.

But while I'm still not quite there yet, HU has given me my energy back.

This makes a huge difference to my quality of life. It's also really good to know that HU is safeguarding my bone marrow.

In my opinion, when you see your oncologist next week -- discuss starting HU.

While there's some concern about taking HU for 30 or more years, for me at 70 and you at 73 -- this is probably not an issue. For me at least, HU has been a game-changer.