facial acne

[Tilly_Rose]

I am ET JAK2 and take Hydroxycarbonide and aspirin I was diagnosed with this in June 2019 for the last few months I have been getting spots on my face and I think it is adult acne has anyone on this site been suffering with this too because of the medication

[hunter5582]

Hydroxyurea can cause skin issues, including rashes, dryness, scaling, hyperpigmentation. It is possible that what you are experiencing is related. It may also be unrelated. Suggest you have this checked out by a MPN Specialist and dermatologist.

[Tilly_Rose in reply to hunter5582]

thank you Hunter I have never suffered with spots or acne I will try to get a doctor to see it I do have a consultation soon with haematology nurse

[Swede]

I am on Hydroxycarbamide since 2007 but not experienced acne ,yet.

[jillydabrat]

hi Tilley_Rose

I am 63 and have been on Hydroxy for 10 years because I have PV JAC2+. I too suffer with acne and rosacea which makes my face extremely red and sore to the touch. I have tiny little spots as well. The rest of my body feels dry and rough as well but applying good moisturisers help. You can get help with the rosacea by asking your GP for some cream.

I just wanted to reassure you that spots on the face are quite normal and your not alone.

[Tilly_Rose in reply to jillydabrat]

Thank you x