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I’m JAK2 Positive So Will I Def Become MPN Positive?

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Lancashire United Kingdom

I’m seeing my haematologist every 3 months having blood tests. Last week I saw her and had normal blood tests. I’ve been told I probably have a CHIP and they feel I will def develop an MPN.( My neurology thinks it’s unlikely.) Not sure what to think
The regularly requirement for seeing the haemotologist worries me and their concern about me makes me feel they know more about my condition and not telling me. My VAF is very low (0.038) so not sure what to think about this. I’ve had 2 bone… read more

June 9
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A myMPNteam Member

What is a CHIP and VAF

June 15
A myMPNteam Member

Interesting question! Likely convert at some point? Take a baby aspirin daily and let us know. Consider another opinion. RG

June 15
A myMPNteam Member

There is a 5% chance of not converting

June 15

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