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How do you prevent polycythemia vera?
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No prevention: True polycythemia vera cannot be prevented. The bone marrow decides to produce more red blood cells. This is not affected by diet or lifestyle. Secondary polycythemia is caused by smoking, dehydration or high altitude.
Answered 10/27/2018
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Not applicable: Agree with Dr. B. Primary or polycythemia vera cannot be prevented with any known methods.
Answered 10/27/2018
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