Certainly, I have found dry eyes a problem for some time now, despite being diagnosed with PV in the last 6 months... I use eye drops that do help-Thealoz Duo Gel. They are certainly more expensive, but they do tend to lubricate well. I use the single use vials every night. Having a blood draw this afternoon - last time I had to press on my arm throughout to get the blood to flow more quickly. Drinking water is great, if you have access to wash rooms wherever you go.. I am over 80, and it is always a challenge.

Many times the phlebotomist hits the wall of the vein and they have to push or wiggle the needle constantly instead of re poking us. I’ve been doing the blood draws for over a year now. Every week 6 in a row for every four and now about every 8 weeks. This has happens maybe four times? It’s very uncomfortable but we all just deal. I’m always super hydrated so I know for me it’s not an issue. I also get the burning feet and fatigue. Pills suck. Currently only doing 3X a week. Started as 7X but I’m aware that will always be changing 🙄