MPN Chronicles Podcast – 04, PV Reporter, Always Ask Your Doctor for your CBC or your test results and keep a binder to Monitor your Progress
by David Wallace
After 2 visits to the ER, I finally had my first hematologist meeting. She reviewed the tests that were done in the ER and ran a CBC. The doctor informed me, I would need a series of phlebotomies over the next several weeks.
This would get my HCT down to a normal range. In turn, my relentless chest pain (and other symptoms) due to thick, high volume and slow flowing blood should begin to ease.
Please listen to the Podcast for all the details.