It's a fine line between control and risk
When managing polycythemia vera (PV),
IT’S A FINE
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Living with polycythemia vera (PV) isn’t easy—but you’re not alone
PV is a chronic blood condition that requires diligent management from people living with the disease.
Keeping the percentage of red blood cells in your blood, or hematocrit (he-MAT-oh-crit, or HCT), under careful control is a top priority.
At the same time, symptoms—caused by the condition itself and by low iron levels—can take a real toll on your energy, focus, and well-being.
Trying to manage your numbers while also managing your symptoms can feel like walking on a fine line.
Living with polycythemia vera (PV) isn’t easy—but you’re not alone
PV is a chronic blood condition that requires diligent management from people living with the disease.
Keeping the percentage of red blood cells in your blood, or hematocrit (he-MAT-oh-crit, or HCT), under careful control is a top priority.
At the same time, symptoms—caused by the condition itself and by low iron levels—can take a real toll on your energy, focus, and well-being.
Trying to manage your numbers while also managing your symptoms can feel like walking on a fine line.
Iron is critical to RED BLOOD CELL PRODUCTION
Iron deficiency may affect people with PV and worsen their overall symptoms
Learn more about the burden of PV
6 out of 10 people
with PV have an
iron imbalance,
which can lead to extreme fatigue and brain fog
Learn more about iron in PV
