Hi Anonymous,
Before starting any new medications or supplements, you should talk with your hematologist.
According to the Mayo Clinic: standard treatment for polycythemia vera includes; phlebotomy - how often depends on the severity of your condition
use of medication such as hydroxyurea or anagrelide, to suppress your bone marrow's ability to produce blood cells. Radioactive phosphorus (phosphorus 32 or p-32) also can be used to reduce the number of red blood cells. Interferon-alpha may be used to stimulate your immune system to fight the overproduction of red blood cells.
low-dose aspirin
antihistamines or H-2-receptor blockers, or recommend ultraviolet light treatment to relieve itching
Recommended lifestyle remedies include:
moderate exercise, leg and ankle stretching exercises
avoid tobacco
bathe in cool water, pat skin dry, moisturize skin with lotion
protect your skin from the sun, wear warm clothing, particularly on your hands and feet, during winter months and keep well hydrated
inspect your hands and feet regularly for sores.
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Hi Anonymous,
March 25, 2011 - 4:54pmBefore starting any new medications or supplements, you should talk with your hematologist.
According to the Mayo Clinic: standard treatment for polycythemia vera includes; phlebotomy - how often depends on the severity of your condition
use of medication such as hydroxyurea or anagrelide, to suppress your bone marrow's ability to produce blood cells. Radioactive phosphorus (phosphorus 32 or p-32) also can be used to reduce the number of red blood cells. Interferon-alpha may be used to stimulate your immune system to fight the overproduction of red blood cells.
low-dose aspirin
antihistamines or H-2-receptor blockers, or recommend ultraviolet light treatment to relieve itching
Recommended lifestyle remedies include:
moderate exercise, leg and ankle stretching exercises
avoid tobacco
bathe in cool water, pat skin dry, moisturize skin with lotion
protect your skin from the sun, wear warm clothing, particularly on your hands and feet, during winter months and keep well hydrated
inspect your hands and feet regularly for sores.
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