Polycythemia Vera
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Polycythemia, in its form with no apparent cause, is a blood disorder in which the bone marrow produces an excess of red blood cells, making the blood thicker than normal. The term "cryptogenic" refers to the fact that the origin is not entirely clear at the start of the workup.
Common symptoms:
- Headache and dizziness
- Skin redness and itching, especially after bathing
- A feeling of fullness in the abdomen
Why is it important to study it? The increase in red blood cells can promote circulatory complications, so it requires follow-up.
The right professional: A hematologist is the one who evaluates these conditions through blood tests. If your tests persistently show elevated red blood cell counts, it is advisable to consult this specialist.
Data on 18 doctors who treat polycythemia vera
Which specialist treats polycythemia vera?
Cryptogenic polycythemia should be evaluated by a hematologist, a specialist in blood disorders, who identifies the cause of the excess red blood cells and determines management.
Treatment by city
Doctors specialized in polycythemia vera
Dr. Eleazar Hernández Ruíz
Dr. Andrea Avila Martinez
Dr. Jorge Alberto Carmona Meza
Dr. Esmirna Arlette Pantoja Alcocer
Dr. Valery Fabiola Lerma Torres
Dr. Javier Alberto Romero Sánchez
Dr. Nataly Minor Zarate
Dr. Octavio Ocampo Valdez
Dr. Juan Aguirre Domínguez
Dr. Irma Karen Pellon Tellez
Dr. Mónica Zarate
Dr. Emmanuel Almanza Huante
Dr. Luisa Fernanda Guardado Gutiérrez
Dr. Anel Gamas
Dr. David Abraham Bernés Torres
Dr. Grecia Deloya Brito
Dr. Carlos T. Vega Nava
Dr. Adriana C. Lobato Belmonte
Dr. Miguel Martin Acuña Lizama
Dr. Paulina Carreño Pérez
Frequently asked questions
What is polycythemia vera?
Polycythemia, in its form with no apparent cause, is a blood disorder in which the bone marrow produces an excess of red blood cells, making the blood thicker than normal. The term "cryptogenic" refers to the fact that the origin is not entirely clear at the start of the workup.
Which doctor treats polycythemia vera?
Cryptogenic polycythemia should be evaluated by a hematologist, a specialist in blood disorders, who identifies the cause of the excess red blood cells and determines management.