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Where Can We Find Information About When To Test Our Genes Taking Besremi? Thanks
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Besremi

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Thanks

Can PV Ever Be Cured?
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The official information is that there is no cure. I could read about the odd case that went into remission, but that seems to be more the exception than the rule. Several of those cases needed bone… read more

I Have Persistent Nausea And Retching That Happens Regularly. Is Anyone Else Experiencing This Too? Or Is This Related To Another Condition?
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I found out I have hypothyroidism, I had a hysterectomy in November. It is not as bad as last year, but continues to happen. Was hoping someone can provide some guideance.

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Regarding thyroid: I've been treated for Hashimoto's thyroiditis for 40 years. 100 mcg of Synthroid has kept my thyroid level normal, ever since the correct dosage was found. Also: Does… read more

Is Pneumonia Vaccine Ok With Polycythemia Vera?
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Thanks for the info.Im pretty sure my Hemotoligist said the same.

Why Are You Constantly Fatigued?
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I have PV

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Dear Ruth,

I am lucky to have access to information and to be in a community of people with other types of chronic illness who share a lot on information and new research. As they share with me, I… read more

Polycythemia: Memory Issues
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Hi All,

I am a 62 y/o law student. Over the last nine months or so, ever since my polycythemia diagnosis, I have noticed trouble recognizing, remembering, and naming other law students on my campus. These are people I feel I should know. I wonder whether my blood-sludge is decreasing oxygen transport to my brain. I worry that this problem will get worse and affect my capacity for critical analytical thinking.

Online reading has not indicated polycythemia as a reason for such memory trouble… read more

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Thank you, Tatiana. Very helpful information! It's good to know I am not alone here. I will follow your research links.

Has Anyone With Polycythemia Vera Experienced Chronic Gout?
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I have been experiencing it for about two years. Now that I am under treatment, should I expect the gout to go away if my numbers are reduced to normal levels?

Has anyone found alternate treatments to reduce gout attacks? I am already taking Allopurinol.

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Robert, could you please update your data? My doctor prescribed for use Hydrea together with Allopurinol from begining even my urea accid was in norme 220, just to avoid increase when I start taking… read more

Anyone Diagnosed With MDS/MPN-RS-T Plus Polycythemia Vera
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Anyone Else Experiencing Memory Issues? Not Age Related But Connected To This Cancer?
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Yes, I definitely have memory issues!! I'm afraid it's from the ET itself or the HU. I feel so self-conscious when I'm talking to someone + I forget a word or 2, or even forget what I'm talking… read more

Does Anyone Else Get Itchy Skin Through The Day
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My skin is itchy after a shower but now I am having episodes through the day for no reason. Does anyone know a solution I am going crazy

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A pinch or 2 of Beta Alanine in my coffee or tea or any kind of liquid in the morning everyday. Too much of it and it also causes a kind of a tingling itch. Over time, you can add a little bit more… read more