Primary Thrombocythemia treatment in Benito Juárez

Primary thrombocythemia, also known as essential thrombocythemia, is a blood disorder in which the bone marrow produces an excessive number of platelets, the cells involved in clotting.

How it may present: It is often detected incidentally in blood tests; in other cases it may be associated with headache, dizziness, a tingling sensation in the hands or feet, or circulation disturbances.

Origin: It is related to changes in the bone marrow cells that regulate platelet production.

Which specialist treats it? Hematology is the branch dedicated to blood diseases and is responsible for its study and follow-up. In the case of an unusually elevated platelet count, it is advisable that a professional evaluate the case individually.