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What would the life expectancy of a 21 year old diagnosed with polycythemia vera be?

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Dr. Liawaty Ho answered

Specializes in Hematology and Oncology

PV&life expectancy: Life expectancy of patients with polycythemia vera (especially if younger than 50 years) was reduced compared with the general population. It is very important to follow up with your hematologist and keep your hematocrit to less than 45% to reduce risk for thrombosis/clotting. Best of luck.

Answered 2/16/2016

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