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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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Is it possible to have low erythropoietin count and high RBC count together?

Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. Your hemogram and erythropoietin levels are normal. I would not evaluate you any further.

What does it indicate if a person has a high RBC count?

Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. I understand your concern. Following is my opinion of your asked questions. I have seen the attached report (attachments removed to protect the patient's identity).

Does polycythemia vera cause high hemoglobin and hematocrit?

Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. I went through your data (attachments removed to protect the patient's identity). Your hemoglobin is at borderline, but your hematocrit is clinically high.

What causes migraines with high platelet count?

Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. I have reviewed the reports of your MRI (magnetic resonance imaging) and blood (attachment removed to protect patient identity).

Is it bad to have high level of hemoglobin?

Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. You have a condition showing an increased level of hemoglobin.

Is platelet count of 130 indicate polycythemia vera?

Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. Thank you for your query. I understand your concern.

What can be the reason for elevated RBC, Hb and Hct?

Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. Based on your query, my opinion is as follows: The elevated hemoglobin, red blood cell count, and hematocrit signify polycythemia.

Do high levels of RBC and vitamin B12 indicate polycythemia?

Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. I appreciate your knowledge and awareness towards your health, and I have seen your reports (attachment removed to protect patient identity).

Do the blood work reports and enlarged spleen look like I have polycythemia vera?

Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. I understand your concern. I have reviewed your reports (attachment removed to protect the patient's identity).

Can capsule endoscopy be done in a polycythemia vera?

Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. I have read through your query in detail. Bleeding through the stool is a serious concern and needs thorough evaluation and timely management.

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Dr. Vivek Chail

Dr. Vivek Chail

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