Am I high risk?

[Yvette49]

Hi everyone, hope you are all keeping well 💞

I have just had my telephone appointment with my haematologist, my bloods were slightly worse than my last appointment he said, but ok for now. I meant to have asked him, because I have PV jak2+ am I high risk ( I keep hearing different opinions. And when lockdown eases, should I still self isolate or/and wear a mask if I go to a shop again ( haven’t been in a shop since before 11th March

Yvette X

[Mazcd Partner MPNVoice]

Hi Yvette, you do need to ask your haematologist this question for his/her advice on what measures you should be taking, to keep yourself safe. Kind regards, Maz

[Yvette49 in reply to Mazcd]

Thanks Maz, I will ring back see if I can speak to him again....thanks for answering me 👍💞

[UKZA]

Hi Yvette, I too have been staying out of shops and away from people. I had my bloods done a week ago and my white blood cells are below normal, as they have been for a couple of months. We are adjusting my hydroxycarbomide to see if we can better regulate this. Before we go back I will have another blood test and if my bloods have not improved then my haematologist will write me a shielding letter. I seems decisions are being made on an Individual basis, so I would recommend that you formulate a clear plan with your healthcare team. All the best. Penny x

[Yvette49 in reply to UKZA]

Hi, thanks penny, I will ring them today...meant to have done it yesterday 😏

Xx

[heathermc]

Alot depends on your medication. Any underlying health issues ..age..I would just be careful or ring your gp they may be able to tell you.

I got a letter from Nhs ..early on ..due to being on medication..

Just ask them

Best wishes

[Cassie11]

Depends on your age treatment and any other health problems. I am classed as high risk by Haemo cos of age but haven't had a letter. I shop and walk dog x