Why does cyanosis occur in polycythemia?

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Why does cyanosis occur in polycythemia?

Why does cyanosis occur in polycythemia?

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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 12 Dec 2024

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How can polycythemia vera result in sideroblastic anaemia?

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My haemoglobin is 18.4, is it dangerous?

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Does low hemoglobin cause hypertension?

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What are elevated hemoglobin and hemocrit?

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Why does polycythemia vera cause itchiness?

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