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What are chances i have polycythemia? i have high rbc and platelet occasional dizziness and blurred vision and constant headaches.

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Dr. Michael Thompson answered

Specializes in Hematology and Oncology

Primary vs secondary: See primary MD and/or hematologist. Primary polycythemia = polycythemia vera can be evaluated by Jak2 V617F testing and Epo level. Secondary elevated RBC much more common with sleep apnea (OSA), tobacco use, etc.

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Answered 7/5/2014

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