Overview

Myeloproliferative disorder in which increased hemoglobin concentration and red blood cell count is observed. May have a genetic basis (polycythemia vera) or may be due to other conditions, including living at high altitude (secondary polycythemia).

Please see conventional, complimentary and alternative medical treatments for important background information regarding the different types of medical treatments discussed on this page. Naturopathic, Complimentary and Alternative treatments that may be considered include: