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Treatment for PV depends primarily on risk category:

• Low risk (under 60, no history of thrombosis): May be treated with phlebotomy alone
• High risk (60+ or history of thrombosis): Usually treated with chemotherapy drugs

Common PV treatments include
• Regular phlebotomy (blood draws)
• Low-dose aspirin (81mg daily) to Show Full Answer

Treatment for PV depends primarily on risk category:

• Low risk (under 60, no history of thrombosis): May be treated with phlebotomy alone
• High risk (60+ or history of thrombosis): Usually treated with chemotherapy drugs

Common PV treatments include:
• Regular phlebotomy (blood draws)
• Low-dose aspirin (81mg daily) to reduce blood clot risk
• Hydroxyurea for high-risk patients
• Interferon alfa as an immunotherapy option Since managing multiple chronic conditions can be complex, it's important to work closely with both your hematologist and endocrinologist to coordinate your PV and diabetes care. They can help develop an integrated treatment plan that safely addresses both conditions while monitoring for any potential drug interactions or complications.

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