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How to know if I have polycythemia?

How to know if I have polycythemia?

If your doctor suspects that you have polycythemia vera, he or she might recommend collecting a sample of your bone marrow through a bone marrow aspiration or biopsy

Last updated on 17 May 2023

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Why does cyanosis occur in polycythemia?

When the red blood cell count reaches a critical number, the flowability of the blood decreases leading to restricted blood circulation. This causes a blue coloration of the skin (cyanosis).

Last updated on 19 May 2023

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Can a person have surgery when their hemoglobin is high?

No, it is advisable to lower hemoglobin levels if the hemoglobin is too high. This specially because you are suceptible to blood clots when your hemoglobin levels are very high.

Last updated on 19 May 2023

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In which part of the blood hemoglobin is present?

About 70 percent of your body's iron is found in the red blood cells of your blood called hemoglobin and in muscle cells called myoglobin.

Last updated on 19 May 2023

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Why does polycythemia vera cause itchiness?

Research has shown that people with Polycythemia tend to have higher levels of mast cells in their blood. Mast cells are involved in the immune system's allergic response. They release histamines, which cause allergic symptoms, including itching skin

Last updated on 19 May 2023

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How does polycythemia vera lead to thrombocytopenia?

Thrombocytopenia could be due to an increased platelet aggregation and adhesion caused by hyperviscosity. The marrow can no longer produces blood cells resulting in low levels of healthy, functioning red blood cells which causes anemia, platelets (thrombocytopenia) and white blood cells (leukopenia).

Last updated on 19 May 2023

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