Polycythemia vera
Polycythemia vera is a medical condition that may be associated with various symptoms and signs.
Category: General
Drugs labeled for Polycythemia vera
5 medication ingredients list an association with polycythemia vera in current FDA labeling.
Symptoms associated with Polycythemia vera
The following symptoms have been associated with Polycythemia vera in medical literature. Not everyone experiences the same symptoms.
Abdominal pain
An unpleasant sensation characterized by physical discomfort (such as pricking, throbbing, or aching) and perc...
Arthralgia
Joint pain....
Bruising susceptibility
An ecchymosis (bruise) refers to the skin discoloration caused by the escape of blood into the tissues from ru...
Epistaxis
Epistaxis, or nosebleed, refers to a hemorrhage localized in the nose....
Fatigue
A subjective feeling of tiredness characterized by a lack of energy and motivation....
Gastrointestinal hemorrhage
Hemorrhage affecting the gastrointestinal tract....
Gingival bleeding
Hemorrhage affecting the gingiva....
Headache
Cephalgia, or pain sensed in various parts of the head, not confined to the area of distribution of any nerve....
Hypertension
The presence of chronic increased pressure in the systemic arterial system....
Paresthesia
Abnormal sensations such as tingling, pricking, or numbness of the skin with no apparent physical cause....
Pruritus
Pruritus is an itch or a sensation that makes a person want to scratch. This term refers to an abnormally incr...
Tinnitus
Tinnitus is an auditory perception that can be described as the experience of sound, in the ear or in the head...
Vertigo
An abnormal sensation of spinning while the body is actually stationary....
Weight loss
Reduction of total body weight....
Tests used to investigate Polycythemia vera
Healthcare providers may order these tests when evaluating Polycythemia vera. Test selection is a clinical decision made by a qualified professional.
CBC with Differential
Measures red blood cells, white blood cells, and platelets to help evaluate overall health and detect disorder...
Comprehensive Metabolic Panel (CMP)
Measures 14 substances in the blood to assess kidney and liver function, electrolyte balance, and blood sugar ...
Urinalysis
Examines urine content to help detect urinary tract infections, kidney disease, and diabetes....
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is Polycythemia vera?
Polycythemia vera is a health condition described in medical literature. Polycythemia vera is a medical condition that may be associated with various symptoms and signs.
What are the symptoms of Polycythemia vera?
Polycythemia vera is associated with 14 symptoms in the medical literature we index, including Abdominal pain, Arthralgia, Bruising susceptibility, Epistaxis, Fatigue, Gastrointestinal hemorrhage. Symptoms vary widely between individuals.
How is Polycythemia vera diagnosed or investigated?
A healthcare provider may use a combination of medical history, physical examination, and tests. Common tests associated with Polycythemia vera include CBC with Differential, Comprehensive Metabolic Panel (CMP), Urinalysis. This information is educational, not a diagnosis.
Is SymptomDatabase.com diagnosing me?
No. SymptomDatabase.com does not provide diagnosis. If you are concerned you may have Polycythemia vera, please discuss your symptoms with a qualified healthcare provider.