Part 1 in a New Series: “Addressing MPN Symptoms” by David Wallace updated May 4, 2026 2026 Update: Beta-Alanine has also been used successfully to beat itching MPN patients experiencing severe itching have traditionally turned to a combination of over-the-counter remedies, often referred to as the “Z and Z combo,” which includes Zyrtec (cetirizine) and […]
Gout in MPN Patients Explained
Pain in Your Big Toe?… Uric Acid Might Be the Culprit “pearls of wisdom” by the late Dr. Gilbert For your information re Uric Acid in MPN: Uric acid is a by-product of the metabolism of nucleoproteins(opens in new tab). These are molecules that arise from DNA and RNA released by cells when they die. Patients with […]
Polycythemia Vera Pre-diagnosis Patient Report
Publisher’s Intro by David Wallace As a certified, red-blooded JAK2 positive Polycythemia Vera (PV) patient, I have always been fascinated by the events leading up to a PV diagnosis. By sharing our stories, perhaps we offer “a dose of comfort” to the new or recently diagnosed. When they read of struggles that other patient’s experience, […]
Strategies to Beat Itching in Polycythemia Vera
How Can I Beat the Itchies? contributed by Paul Jaeger I was suffering from itching (pruritis) almost 10 years before my Polycythemia Vera was diagnosed. It’s the worst symptom my disease/condition has brought so far, although the doctor promises death at some point in my future. I had to give her $150 to tell me […]
