Polycythaemia Flashcards
1
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definition of polycythaemia?
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2
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definition of erythrocytosis?
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3
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where is erythropoietin produced?
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4
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which type of polycythaemia is erythropoietin independent?
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5
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mutation of which gene is strongly associated with polycythaemia vera?
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6
Q
chronically low oxygen levels (e.g caused by COPD, renal hypoxia etc) causes which type of polycythaemia?
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7
Q
itching after a hot bath is indicative of which type of polycythaemia?
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8
Q
outline some ways in which polycythaemia can be managed?
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9
Q
what key complication does polycythaemia dispose you to?
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10
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what can relative polycythaemia be caused by?
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