Hello there @Emma1111, welcome to the forum and apologies for not greeting you until now. I’m so sorry to read of your diagnosis with Essential thrombocythemia (ET).
Sounds like treatment is underway and by now you’ve seen your consultant. May I ask how it went? I imagine further discussion about medication occurred so I hope that was helpful. It’s a lot to take in, right?! I’m still learning about the Polycythaemia vera (PV) I was diagnosed with in 2023 and would say just take your time.
Just wanted to say you’re not alone with that diagnosis and I’m sure you’ll find many other forum members who know what you’re going through right now. Perhaps you would like to read the great Blood Cancer UK information about Essential thrombocythemia (ET): Essential thrombocythaemia | Blood Cancer UK
I’d suggest having a look around the forum for others living with Essential thrombocythemia (ET) as there’s a lovely bunch, sharing experiences of their treatments. Here’s a great thread: ET diagnosis finally sinking in
Do please let us know how you get on @Emma1111.