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Newly diagnosed MDS-IB2 and vidaza

Blood Cancers & Disorders | Last Active: May 27 1:59pm | Replies (19)

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Hi @rjperk633 Such a lovely update about your mom! Wishing her a belated 88th birthday. I’m glad she’s continuing to feel well, eating normally and really, all things considered, not having any complaints!

The itching and the spots could be signs of progression. As her platelet levels drop, she may be more susceptible to brusing and more ‘dots’. Look for signs such as nosebleeds, or prolonged bleeding from cuts. There’s not much to be done if she’s electing not to have treatment but she’s doing great so far!
Also, keep an eye on her with the Benadryl. It is a first generation anti-histamine that can actually cross the blood/brain barrier. Recent studies have recommended reduced usage with older patients for risk of dementia symptoms. At least with children’s benadryl, it’s liquid so less than the recommended dosage can be used.

Her next blood work will be informative. She’s happy and comfortable…that’s the main thing! We may have talked about this before, but would she consider platelet or blood transfusions if the levels became seriously low?

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She said she would take the pediatric dose of Benadryl. Not sure she actually has but not complaining anymore so who knows....amirite???

She and I and her doctor did discuss whether she would take blood transfusions when it comes to that point and today I think she would....tomorrow ....meh....I'd hate to bet on it either way. Initially she was saying no to receiving blood products and I brought up the topic to her and then again with her and her doctor. I do believe she does understand that by the time it's recommended, she would be feeling run down and that this could help her continue to feel better. Keeping my fingers crossed!!

Thanks for your input..... one day at a time....