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I have bumps around my waist line some turn really red with what looks to be a pimple on it and become inflamed. They don't itch but when some of them come up I can feel this prickly feeling and it kind of feels like its coming from the inside out. (That might sound strange) I have been to the Dermatologist who did a biopsy and said he didn't think it was cancer. That was the last thing I was thinking! He said the biopsy only has a 50 % chance of telling what is causing it. I've had PV for about 3 years now and was just wondering is this part of having PV? Any thoughts and/or recommendations would be greatly appreciated!

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Beingindependent

I’m sorry you’re going through this. I hope you can find someone who can give you some answers.

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Alex9621 in reply toBeingindependent

Thank for your response. Everyone here have always been supportive. Thank You!

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thara9643

What is PV? If this gets worse, call a specialist.

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Alex9621 in reply tothara9643

It stands for Polycythemia Vera or PV which is part of the Myeloproliferative neooplasms or MPN. My bone morrow makes to many red blood cells which usually is caused by a mutation. Mine is the Jak 2 mutation. I am already seeing a Oncologist/Hematologist.

Hi Alex9621, I expect you know that itching is part and parcel of PV but these bumps are a bit of a mystery, since they don't itch! However it might be worth your while to look at this link

healthline.com/health/polyc...

There may be something there which would give you a clue. And maybe it would help to have a conversation with your GP. Consultants are often a bit lofty about the more common symptoms of a particular condition, where GPs deal more often with side effects which can only be managed. Hope you find some relief soon.

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Alex9621

Thank you for the article as it was informative. I have seen my GP who referred me to a Dermatologist but I do have an appointment with my Hematologist 10-6 and will discuss with him. Thanks agian.

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