Your doctor may diagnose PV after a regular blood test. Once your doctor reaches this diagnosis, you’ll want to see a hematologist. Here’s what to ask during your appointment. Polycythemia vera (PV) ...

DEAR DR. ROACH: My brother has low blood platelets and anemia. He will be 73 this year and has had three back surgeries. What causes low blood platelets? Can anything be done to raise platelet count?

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