Are RBC of 5.52 and HGB of 16.7 considered as high?
Yes, it is considered slightly high. Do not neglect.
Last updated on 09 Dec 2024
The early signs of polycythemia vera are lack of energy, dizziness, blurry vision, itchiness in the skin and constant fatigue.
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.
Yes, it is on the higher side and you may be suceptible to bruising and blood clots.
The most common treatment for polycythemia vera is having frequent blood withdrawals, using a needle in a vein (phlebotomy). It's the same procedure used for donating blood. This decreases your blood volume and reduces the number of excess blood cells
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
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