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Old 03-14-2008, 03:20 PM
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This is a genetic condition - it runs in my family. It is very serious and if you have it, you need to get other family members checked as well.
The good thing is that it is very easy to treat. Phlebotomy will do the trick. But left out of control, it will destroy your organs. See a hemotologist.
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