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Polycythemia Vera
Polycythemia vera produces excessive red blood cells, thickening the blood and impairing circulation.
Polycythemia vera produces excessive red blood cells, thickening the blood and impairing circulation. It is potentially serious and requires veterinary treatment.
Editorial overview based on the linked VCA resource; this is not the complete original handout. Prepared 2026-10-03; not veterinarian-reviewed. Diagnosis and treatment, including medication choice and dose, require veterinary guidance.
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