Hello
I have been diagnosed with Essential Thrombocytosis. My Hemotologist did not have a brochure on it and we talked about me going on line. I think I went into a trance when he gave me the diagnosis..Is Essential Thrombocytosis the same as Essential Thrombocythenia? After reviewing the articles on-line I have many questions. One article that I read stated that Essential thrombocythemia ia a chronic form of leukemia, is this true? I am 52, 5'1, and weigh 119 lbs., have high blood pressure, high collesterol, and ET adds more risk for me to have a stroke or heart attack. Sorry if this seems disjointed but, that is how I am feeling now. Any comments would be appreciated, thank you