So you know...

Some knowledge, just in case...(the following information is taken from http://www.nlm.nih.gov/medlineplus/ency/article/000589.htm)

"Polycythemia Vera

Polycythemia vera is an abnormal increase in blood cells (primarily red blood cells) resulting from excess production by the bone marrow."

Pretty much, there's too many cells to be floating around safely. Blood is thicker than normal, and this can lead to an increased chance of having a stroke, heart attack, and suffering blood clots.

There are a couple of ways to remedy this. The most common way is to take a prescribed blood thinner. This improves the viscosity of blood.

One way is to have blood drawn every so often. Could be once a week or bi-weekly.

Another way is to physically remove bone marrow, the source of new blood. This can be tedious and painful though. This is the more drastic measure. Only used in severe cases.

"It is a rare disease that occurs more frequently in men than women, and rarely in patients under 40 years old. It is not known what causes polycythemia vera."

In other words, the chances of a teenager being affected by it is really low. Very uncommon.

And what I figure are the more common symptoms:

Headaches, dizziness, shortness of breath, fatigue.


But anyway, just some information. Won't know anything until a week from now.

Don't start crying or whatever yet. Nothing to worry about really. I feel healthier than ever.