While it is possible that the pain is somehow related to the ET, it may be something unrelated as well. I have recurrent back pain that is not directly related to the MPN. It is related to spinal deterioration. However, the systemic inflammation caused by the JAK2 mutation also plays a role.

Pain is a warning that something is wrong. If the pain persists it should be checked out by your care team. It may be something easily resolved.

Note that I manage the back pain with massage therapy. It works better than drugs and helps relax me as well.

Thank you!! I'm new to this so anything that is different I assume is a symptom. I three out my back for the first time last year and now I seem to have recurring back pain if I do too much but this one had been hurting for a week