A 67-year-old female is admitted to the emergency department with a diagnosis of polycythemia vera. Upon taking the history, what will the patient most likely report?
A) Hyperactivity
B) Decreased blood pressure
C) Intense itching when taking a hot shower
D) A pale skin colour

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Patients with polycythemia vera often report intense itching, especially after a hot shower, due to increased histamine release from the elevated number of basophils.

A 67-Year-Old Female Is Admitted to the Emergency Department with a Diagnosis