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@apr931 Hi there! I wanted to chime in on your question regarding the number 32. I...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/231785/

Discussion: Polycythemia Vera: Just been diagnosed

Support Group: Blood Cancers & Disorders

Posted: Feb 7, 2019

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Hi @amyb52. Welcome to Connect. This is a great forum for meeting other members who share...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/882031/

Discussion: Essential thrombocytosis with MPL mutation

Support Group: Blood Cancers & Disorders

Posted: Jun 20, 2023

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I am now 65 and have been taking Hydroxyurea for 10 years to keep my platelets...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/910025/

Discussion: Has anyone had experience with Jakafi?

Support Group: Blood Cancers & Disorders

Posted: Aug 9, 2023

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Hi @eansgardengirl, Welcome to Mayo Connect. You’ve come to the right place to connect with others...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/778367/

Discussion: How did you make the final decision to begin HU protocol for ET?

Support Group: Blood Cancers & Disorders

Posted: Nov 28, 2022

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There are a series of genetic tests that can be performed to help determine mutations, as...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/252004/

Discussion: High platelet count: What does this mean?

Support Group: Blood Cancers & Disorders

Posted: Mar 1, 2019

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Hello @ettap and welcome to Connect. It is good to see that you have confirmed your...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/194256/

Discussion: JAK2 Mutation - Effects and Questions

Support Group: Blood Cancers & Disorders

Posted: Mar 29, 2018

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My blood disorder was initially diagnosed as essential thrombocythemia but was later changed to myelofibrosis. My...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/1091333/

Discussion: Has anyone had experience with Jakafi?

Support Group: Blood Cancers & Disorders

Posted: Jun 21, 2024

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I found an article for you that may help explain about the JAK2 gene and how...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/1142007/

Discussion: Jak2 positive, biopsy next: Does it mean I have blood cancer?

Support Group: Blood Cancers & Disorders

Posted: Sep 15, 2024

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Hi @bshattuck138 It sounds like Becky has found the sweet spot of balance with the HU...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/1348045/

Discussion: What to look for if ET is progressing to something else.

Support Group: Blood Cancers & Disorders

Posted: Jul 14, 2025

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Hi Tom, There are quite a few members in the Connect forum who have been diagnosed...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/1076631/

Discussion: Is my treatment a bit aggressive?

Support Group: Blood Cancers & Disorders

Posted: May 28, 2024