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Medical Conditions - Polycythemia Vera

Polycythemia vera is a slowly progressive and rare blood cancer where the bone marrow produces a lot of red blood cells. This excess red blood cells thicken the blood and cause the blood to flow slowly. It can cause blood clots that can result in heart attack and stroke.

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High Hemoglobin Levels: Is It Dangerous?

High hemoglobin levels or polycythemia can be due to smoking, dehydration, or heart problems. This article describes the types and treatment options for polycythemia.

1 min readMay 11, 2018

What Is Polycythemia Vera?

Polycythemia vera is a very rare type of hematological cancer. Let us sweep through the subject in depth below.

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New Frontiers in Polycythemia Vera Management

Polycythemia vera, a blood disorder with JAK2 mutation, poses a clotting risk; this article explores drugs for symptom relief and prevention.

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The Heart and Polycythemia Vera: Crimson Cadence

Polycythemia vera and the heart have an intricate link that accentuates the necessity of early management of polycythemia vera.

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