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What is the essential thrombocythemia?
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ET: It is a condition under myeloproliferative neoplasme umbrella where- for unclear reason- bone marrow produce too much platelet that can go beyond a million. They are sticky and abnormal platelets that can cause blood clots or bleeding. Myeloproliferative neoplasm can transform into acute leukemia. The risk of et to develop acute leukemia is about 5%. Discuss further with your hematologist.
Answered 12/9/2013
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