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Hydroxyurea and Sun Exposure

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@garyr443
My dermatologist diagnosed rosacea as the redness and blemishes on my cheeks. I have PV and take HU. I've been using a cream prescription on my cheeks twice a day for 2 months. But it never goes away just not as intense. I have another appt in June to follow-up. In 2023, I had a basal cell carcinoma skin cancer surgery. In Dec 2025, I had a melanoma skin surgery. Now I see dermatologist every 3 months for total body check. If you work outdoors, have a MPN and take HU, you definitely need to see a dermatologist on a regular basis.

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@mw2023 I have Essential Thrombocythemia and take Hydroxyurea. I'll talk to my hematologist and see what he thinks. He has asked me about the rashes, though. I'm thinking it might be another side effect of the Hydroxyurea.