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Polycythemia Vera

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Definition

Polycythemia vera is an abnormal increase in the number of blood cells (primarily red blood cells) produced by the bone marrow.

Symptoms

Note: Symptoms are due to increased blood thickness and clotting.

Other symptoms that may occur with this disease:

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