MPNRF’s MPN Patient Bill of Rights helps establish and promote awareness of core elements central to quality MPN patient care. Myeloproliferative Neoplasms (MPNs) includes three closely related chronic blood cancers: Essential Thrombocythemia (ET), Myelofibrosis (MF), and Polycythemia Vera (PV) with signs and symptoms that vary in occurrence and severity and may progress over time. People who receive a rare MPN diagnosis may feel isolated and fearful of shortened life but many or most can lead a fulfilling life with a substantial life expectancy.
Patients must learn about their disease and participate actively in their care. For example:
MPN diagnosis and prognostic scoring systems
Treatment plan guidelines, information and access to treatments
Financial support resources
Access to accurate information and ways to seek reputable help