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Thrombocythemia and need neck surgery: Will surgery make it worse?

Blood Cancers & Disorders | Last Active: May 26 9:01pm | Replies (53)
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@pattep

I was diagnosed with ET in May 2023 with a platlet count of 556. I am 66 and asymptomatic.
My Dr advised 81 mg aspirin along with Hydrea 500mg twice a week ( a baby dose according to him ).
After doing my research I have decided to adhere to the daily aspirin, eliminate certain foods and refrain from regular alcohol consumption.
I am taking the management of ET in direct relationship to my blood platlet count every 8 weeks - a wait and see attitude.
I am also fearful of Hydrea and at this point in my diagnosis I do not agree the therapeutic benefits outweigh the carcinogenic impact.

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eileen11108 | @eileen11108 | Sep 14, 2023

Your platelets are not especially high at 556. If and when you decide to take Hydroxyurea I would suggest you ask to start at a lower dose than two 500 mg a day.
My hematologist started me at one daily and then I went on one every other day.
Best wishes, Eileen

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