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My Husband Has A Rare Blood Cancer , Polycythemia Rura
Question: My husband has a rare blood cancer, polycythemia rura vera. He is taking hydroxyurea to maintain normal levels of red blood platelets..
1. What are the side effects of taking 1,000 mg daily of hydroxyurea over time?
2. are there any hemotologists in Las Cruces, NM (zip: 88011) who specialize in polycythemia? The hemotologist he's been seeing for the past 18 months is only focused on keeping the platelet levels down. He says talking about Bill's symptoms (fatigue, lack of appetite, lack of focus, anxiety, etc.) are not in his area of discussion
We need to find someone who looks at the "Big Picture" to ensure quality of life.
1. What are the side effects of taking 1,000 mg daily of hydroxyurea over time?
2. are there any hemotologists in Las Cruces, NM (zip: 88011) who specialize in polycythemia? The hemotologist he's been seeing for the past 18 months is only focused on keeping the platelet levels down. He says talking about Bill's symptoms (fatigue, lack of appetite, lack of focus, anxiety, etc.) are not in his area of discussion
We need to find someone who looks at the "Big Picture" to ensure quality of life.
Brief Answer:
Fatigue and tiredness are common as hydroxiurea gives its effects.
Detailed Answer:
Hello dear, welcome to Ask a doctor service.
I read your query and here is my advice.
Hydroxiurea side effects include:
nausea,
vomiting,
upset stomach,
diarrhea,
constipation,
skin changes such as peeling or discoloration,
flu-like symptoms,
hair loss,
rash,
headache,
dizziness,
drowsiness, or
weight gain.
It also includes tiredness and fatigue as it gives its effects of lowering red blood cells.
Not using hydroxiurea causes more complications than if not using it.
2. You can find Dr Ikenna Osuorji oncologist haematologist in Las cruses.
Hope I have answered the question.
Let me know if I can assist you further.
Fatigue and tiredness are common as hydroxiurea gives its effects.
Detailed Answer:
Hello dear, welcome to Ask a doctor service.
I read your query and here is my advice.
Hydroxiurea side effects include:
nausea,
vomiting,
upset stomach,
diarrhea,
constipation,
skin changes such as peeling or discoloration,
flu-like symptoms,
hair loss,
rash,
headache,
dizziness,
drowsiness, or
weight gain.
It also includes tiredness and fatigue as it gives its effects of lowering red blood cells.
Not using hydroxiurea causes more complications than if not using it.
2. You can find Dr Ikenna Osuorji oncologist haematologist in Las cruses.
Hope I have answered the question.
Let me know if I can assist you further.
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