What are the symptoms of PV?
In its early stages, PV usually doesn't cause any symptoms. As the disease progresses, symptoms include:
- Shortness of breath
- Dizziness
- Itchy or flushed skin
- Fatigue
- Headaches
- A tingling or burning sensation in the hands and feet
Source
Polycythemia Vera by BJ Stuart, LT, MC, USNR, AJ Viera, LCDR, MC, USNR (American Family Physician May 01, 2004, http://www.aafp.org/afp/20040501/2139.html)
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Reviewed/Updated: 05/10
Created: 01/05