I constantly have a fan on me at work. Thankfully I’m around menopausal women 😉 At home, the socks come off (I hate them and only wear in the cold weather) and I change into a tank top.
Phlebotomy and HU have helped I think. When my hematocrit is closer to normal, I feel less hot. I don’t tolerate heat well at all.
July 7
Yes, feeling persistently warm or hot can absolutely be connected to PV. With PV, the bone marrow produces too many red blood cells, making the blood thicker and slower-moving. This can cause those cells to accumulate in the veins, arteries, and capillaries just under the skin — which can make the body feel warmer than Show Full Answer
Yes, feeling persistently warm or hot can absolutely be connected to PV. With PV, the bone marrow produces too many red blood cells, making the blood thicker and slower-moving. This can cause those cells to accumulate in the veins, arteries, and capillaries just under the skin — which can make the body feel warmer than usual.
PV can also trigger a histamine response, where high levels of blood cells prompt the immune system to release histamine. This can cause skin reactions, redness, and that uncomfortable warm or flushed feeling. Other symptoms that often go along with this warm/flushed feeling in PV include:
- Itchy skin, especially after warm showers
- Facial redness or flushing
- Night sweats
- Headaches or dizziness
- High blood pressure
It's worth mentioning this symptom to your doctor if you haven't already. They may suggest ways to manage it alongside your current PV treatment — like cooling compresses or adjustments to your medications.
(Your fan-dependent lifestyle is completely understandable — your housemates may just need an extra sweater! 🧥)
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