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Essential thrombocythemia (ET): When to start hydroxyurea (HU)?
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I am 71 and taking a daily aspirin and 500 mg of Hydroxyurea. I have been taking the latter med since the end of August. My platelets have dropped from 548 to 335 over the last two months .
I have had no side effects. I am older than you which creates a higher risk for stroke or heart attack, so based on how I feel and no side effects, I will continue on this path. I see the doctor early January.
I continue to go for long walks daily and eat healthy and hydrate.
I prayed about it and feel at peace with my decision, but it is a personal one. Praying you will find the right course for you!
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@jbcl I am also 71 and just started Hydroxyurea 500mg early last week. Tomorrow I will have my first CBC to check for effects. It would be wonderful if I had the same results as you.
I look forward to long walks in the spring as I broke my ankle and hip in March and the surgeon told me it would be a one year recovery. I'm holding him to that!!
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@jbcl do you have MF or ET? I’d gladly go back on Hydroxyurea, but have you beat on birthdays 🎉. I’ll be 76 in a few weeks!😊. I’m active and do Pilates 3 days a week and walk everyday. And most importantly am praying. God is in control!