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Old 03-13-2003, 05:04 PM   #1
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My brother-in-law was told that he has thick blood and his white blood cell count is high. His doc is sending him to a specialist. Anyone know what it could be?

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He is at risk for a stroke,that I know.

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I can't believe it!! He is only 27 yrs old. What causes someone's blood to be thick???

 
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Too many red blood cells.Have him ask the Dr.about it in detail,he needs to know now.

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his doctor is sending him to a specialist....is there a possibility of cancer??? My mother in law is so worried...

 
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