Hello Pauline.
Sorry that you have what all of us have here. It looks like you have more of the problems. Perhaps the cause is from other unrelated (or related) disorder. Not every doctor is properly informed about Thrombocythemia. Try to find as much information from the internet and print it out. It will be a good support when talking to your doctor. Your 1245 platelet count is high and if you are older person they have to put you on medication. BTW how old are you and where in the world you are located? Do not use Bromarex, thrombotab and other concoctions. It does not work and they are after your money. Please stay with us here, this group is great to helping you around.
Mikulas