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My mother has polycythemia vera since 6years. Jak 2 positive. Taking hydroxyurea 500mg daily and warf 2 mg . Is this pv will transform into leukaemia or myelofibrosis in future? Please reply.

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History noted - JAK 2 positive PV JAK2-positive PV patients have a higher risk of developing myelofibrosis and acute leukemia than those who are JAK2-negative. Still the risk is usually less than 1 ...  Read More

I am an auditor. I work more than 8 hrs due to the demand of work. Can lack of sleep worsen my condition of having polycythemia vera?

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Today I did CBC test. Hemoglobin 11.3 (low) My RBC count is 5.8. (Higher) Mcv and mch is (low) Is this Polycythemia Vera?

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You need to do Peripheral smear and Bone marrow to differentiate. ...  Read More

I'm 80 year old. Few days before i had some pain in chest so that i went to the hospital.Doctor said to take blood test, the report shows that I have polycythemia vera. After that, my blood was taken weekly twice to maintain blood as such thin.But,I feel too tired nowadays and i cant handle myself. I kindly request please give some suggestion.

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HELLO, VERY SORRY TO SAY YOU'RE SUFFERING FROMA TYPE OF BLOOD CANCER. HOW COME I GIVE YOU ANY SUGGESTION. I DON'T HAVE ANY SUGGESTION. BLOOD TRANSFUSION IS THE ONLY OPTION. I HOPE YOU UNDERSTA ...  Read More

Sir my cbc blood report is abnormal. Hemoglobin 14.7, haematocrit 51.7 ,rbc 5.7, tlc 10800, platelet 1.83. sir have problem of chest pain.sir is this polycythemia vera .what should i do next please guide me?

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Need few more details Kindly consult ...  Read More

I am currently being investigated for Polycythemia Vera. I had Hgb of 17.2 and HCT fof 51 back in January. My EPO was at 6.6 and MPN reflex panel was negative for all the known mutations. I stopped smoking and was on proper hydration for 5 months and re-tested my CBC from two labs Lab1- Hgb of 15.4 and HCT of 46.2 RBC 5.17 Lab2- Hgb of 16.7 HCT

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Triple negative PV is extremely rare in adults and is commonly associated with other disorders like Essential thrombocythemia and myelofibrosis Just keep an check on your CBC report ...  Read More

Hello, my uncle (57 years old) has been diagnosed polycythemia vera many years ago, and he is used to undergoes phlebotomy time to time, but these days his situation is becoming worse, he feel really bad. we are not indians and i wanted to know if here in INDIA there is any cure of that, if there is a way to treat him or to make him feel better for

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In a routine test, back in January, I found out my HB was 17.2 and PCV was 51. Went to Haematologist and underwent EPO and MPN panel full, with one unit of phlebotomy. EPO was 6.3 and entire MPN panel was negative. After repeating CBC today, my HB is 16.5 and PCV is 56. I still occasionally smoke, one a day or once in two days. could this be Pr

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This is unlikely to be primary polycythemia. You can repeat Hb levels after 2 months. Smoking cessation. ...  Read More

Can Polycythemia Go into Remission Without Treatment? In 2019 Diagnosed with Polycythemia. Had multiple phlebotomies for 2 years No treatment/ phlebotomy in the last 4 years as my blood counts stayed normal or just fluctuates under normal range. Now, my latest test shows slightly elevated levels. Can PV go into remission without treatment, or is

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It can stay stable for very long periods ...  Read More

I am 24yr old male . I thought of donating my blood today and I got to know that my hb level is 20.3 when tested on a sample from my left hand. When re- tested it was 18.5 on my right hand. So they did not allow me to donate my blood and suggested me to check for polycythemia Vera disease. So what should I do ? Whom should I consult?

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First u should get CBC investigation. Check ur Hb level and hematocrit. R u smoker? Check epo level.. u should consult ur physician. ...  Read More

I was diagnosed with HB of 17.2 and PCV of 51 back in January this year. As per haematologist's suggestion, tested for EPO and Jak2 Mutation (Full MPN panel) and had one unit of phlebotomy. EPO was 6.3 and MPN panel full negative with no Jak2 or exon 12 mutation. Today, I repeated CBC and it shows Hb of 16.5 and PCV of 56%. Could this be Jak2 ne

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Please consult a Haematologist in a Medical College in your area. It could be a case of Polycythaemia which had sinister implications. ...  Read More

Sir/Mam, I am attaching my CBC Reports One is on Dated:05/02/24 and another is on 09/02/2024, Can you please suggest if this can be the case of polycythemia or is it normal?

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Can help you, kindly consult and provide detailed history for proper diagnosis and further management ...  Read More

I'm on homeopathic treatment for alopecia and have been advised not to use any handwash, but accidentally I used a savlon natural handwash with aloe vera in it. I immediately washed it as soon as I realised. Will something happen? I haven't had my today's dose yet.

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Hi Practo user no problem Can use the medicine at 30 min gap You can easily take an online consultation for further treatment guidance ...  Read More

Previously i have diagnosed with high hemoglobin and visited to one hemotologist the tell me that i have polycythemia my hemoglobin level is arround 16.7 now I m sorry about it so what can I do what's are my treatment option plz suggest me something

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Please attach you reports . ...  Read More

I have bilateral Varicocele 2.3 mm and 2.6mm Grade 1 I don't want to get a surgery done, please let me know if anyone has ayurvedic natural treatment for it and has treated varicocele successfully with only medicines.

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Start proper ayurvedic medicine.. To get rid of this problem permanently without any side effects.. To be sexually fit completely.. ...  Read More

What test confirms polycythemia and is it serious? My haemoglobin levels were 18.5 in recent cbp. I do not smoke as well. Do I have polycythemia then ?

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Can help you with the next course of action and treatment plan. Would like to discuss in details and provide apt solution. Kindly consult. ...  Read More

Wat is the natural treatment for VitB12? My b12 level: 133 I am getting some pains, nerve twitch etc. Doctor has prescribed injection and tablet. Any natural treatments available? I see vegetarian tablets available in amazon and flipkart. Are they safe? Do they really work? Which vegetables and leaves contain vitamin b12? Any expert who knows abo

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U can suggest for supplement with physician along with can add b12 rich food in ur diet for full day diet plan can connect me . ...  Read More

What is the natural treatment diabetic neuropathy ? Is it long term problem and how to control pain naturally

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You need to know the cause of neuropathy before I can advise anything. ...  Read More

She did operation for Fibroid 10 years back. It grew again. Any natural treatment? She was also advised to take some herbal supplements . What's is your advise

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Fibroids need operative treatment. ...  Read More

What is the hemocrit I need to maintain. My hemotologist only does plebotomy if my HB is above 16. But many mpn specialists in the USA recommend to do plebotomy to keep the hemocrit below 45. Can I myself go to a blood bank and do venesection to bring the hemocrit to below 45.

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No. It shouldn't be done like that. Depending upon races difference, protocol also different between countries. Do phlebotomy under supervision of hematologist only. Your doctor going on currect tract ...  Read More

What is the natural treatment or excersise for Erectile Dysfunctions,is it common for now a days,if we took medicine any side effects is there or not

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take natural medicine chat online ...  Read More

Hello doctor, Please give me any recommendation for chloasma treatment such as aloe vera or any face wash to be used in chloasma. Thanks.

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Undergo glutathione therapy.... Otherwise, few creams also available.. contact me by direct online consultation for treatment. ...  Read More

Is polycythemia is a cancer? I had recent cbp test which show hemaglobin and RBC count was high In final report they noted polycythemia But jak2 mutation is negitive

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You need to consult medical oncologist for opinion... ...  Read More

Hi I am 46 year old male patient and I am a little over weight. I have never had any physical problem but recently I have been diagnosed with Hypertension. I don’t like the allopathic medicine and I am tensed about the long term side effects. Kindly suggest any Natural treatment for Hypertension.

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Low salt, high fiber amd fruits in diet, low fats and carbs, loose weight.. ur problem will be solved ...  Read More

To cure my acne, I used allopathic medicine and certain prescribed creams but to no help! There still are quite a lot of acne on my skin, especially the face. Hence, I am looking for herbal or natural acne treatments for men. Can a skin specialist please provide me solutions to the same? Please note that I am allergic to turmeric.

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The treatment of acne differs according to the grade of involvement. Some people have more oilyness on the face which results in breakouts. After completing treatment for controlling the active breako ...  Read More

Hello, I am a 42 year old woman. I first developed lumps in my arms 3 years ago and since then have been diagnosed with hidradenitis suppurativa and have been on medication but it does not seem to work and I feel no improvements. I wanted to know what is the natural treatment for hidradenitis suppurativa?

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It can be treated. There is no such thing as natural and unnatural treatment. Will you do natural treatment for heart attack or fracture. Please send photos using online consult option for proper exam ...  Read More

I got a finding of Polycythemia from an annual physical exam in our company. Can we cure it to prevent leukemia?

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Hello, MD PHYSICIAN is needed to handle it. Phlebotomy is done so you have to go to MD PHYSICIAN.ok. ...  Read More

How to cure diabetes and increase insulin levels by natural way. Please advise. I want to avoid medicine because my age is not more just 35 so need natural treatment

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Have a healthy diabetic diet, go for regular exercise. If that doesn't normalize sugars better start medicines as early as possible. Rather you being young you need to start treatment early and contro ...  Read More

I had done my blood test one month back. Hemoglobin 17 and PCV 52. And today I did my blood test again with full hydration and my report is Hemoglobin is 15.7 and HCT/PCV is 44.1. Is this normal?. Is it polycythemia?.

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Hi Normal Hb for men is 14-16 So you are perfectly healthy about Hb Don't worry ...  Read More

My hemoglobin is 17. PCV is 52. And blood smear report is RBC is normocytic normochromic morphology with high hematocrit pattern. Overall impression is: normocytic normochromic blood picture. Is this normal? I had GB syndrome(Nerve weekness). Is this report indication of polycythemia?

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Please consult a hematologist ...  Read More

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