Is Thrombocythemia a Chronic Condition? Understanding Essential vs. Reactive Causes
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While the term thrombocythemia can refer to various causes of a high platelet count, a key distinction lies between its essential and reactive forms. Essential thrombocythemia (ET) is a chronic myeloproliferative neoplasm, meaning it is a lifelong condition requiring ongoing management. Conversely, reactive thrombocytosis, a temporary condition caused by an underlying issue, often resolves once the root cause is treated.
