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I have Myelodysplastic Syndrome (MDS) spawned from ITP
I Have Myelodysplastic Syndrome (MDS) that spawned from Idiopathic Thrombocytopenic Purpura (ITP) which spawned from original diagnosis of Chronic Lymphocytic Leukemia (CLL). Now I don't...
Last active: Apr 27, 2016
MDS treatment options other than bone marrow transplant
I have been diagnosed with MDS and bone marrow transplant is not a option. What are some other treatment options?
Last active: Jan 14 9:06pm
Myelodysplastic syndromes (MDS): When do you need to start treatment?
Wen do you need to start treatments for this disorder an wat best treatments are there
Last active: Aug 5, 2024
MDS now progressing to AML and need to decide if time to start Vidaza
My 67 yr old sister has been in the hospital since June 3rd and I have to make a decision for her. She was diagnosed...
Last active: Jul 7 10:21am
Very worried about MDS. I am extremely anxious and feel very alone.
Hi guys, I am 41 years old and have recently have numerous low WBCs over about 6 months and I also have platelets of differing...
Last active: Oct 19 12:50pm
I have recently been diagnosed with MDS, and have so many questions.
I have just been diagnosed with MDS, and have so many questions. I will be going to Mayo Clinic for follow up opinions and understanding...
Last active: Apr 13 12:09pm
MDS: Can someone explain how or why platelets go up or down quickly?
Can someone explain how or why platelets go up or down quickly. My diagnosis was MDS after a bone marrow biopsy and I was sent...
Last active: Apr 20, 2024
MDS types: How did you find out what type you have?
Hi, I haven’t posted in a while however I follow daily. I keep seeing there are different types of MDS and it’s important to know...
Last active: May 26 1:13pm
Use of Neupogen (or similar) prior to minor surgery
Has anyone with MDS used Neupogen (filgrastim) or similar prior to minor surgery to reduce the risk of infection? My concern is that even a...
Last active: Aug 3, 2021
Myelodysplastic Syndrome and Sjogren's
I have been studying MDS and SS (both of which I have) and am beginning to see an overlap. I would appreciate others input.
Last active: May 24, 2024
Anyone familiar with DDX41?
I just saw the pathology report from the hospital in regards to my low white blood counts and low b12 level. They noted DDX41 (R525H)...
Last active: Sep 15 6:00pm
has anybody used epoetin alfa (Procrit)
my husband has RAEB and was recently put on Procrit. Does anyone have any experience with this drug for any of the MDS diseases? Am...
Last active: Sep 26, 2017
Aplastic Anemia and vaccine influences
As a recent (12 mo) MUD stem cell transplant recipient I am faced with making a decision on pursuing a COVId vaccine. Prior to diagnosis...
Last active: Apr 24, 2023
Side effects of Vidaza injections
My mom who is 85 was diagnosed with MDS in 2019. Started with anemia and now progressed to CMML 2. We started 5 days of...
Last active: Aug 23 9:42am
Has anyone had hearing loss after Azacitidine injections?
My husband was recently diagnosed with MDS-IB2, a total shock to us. We found out on a Friday and he started Vidaza on Monday. He...
Last active: Nov 7 6:14pm
I am newly diagnosed with AML. with the inv(3) mutation,
I am Vicki, age 71, and was diagnosed with AML this month. It started with an MDS high risk after biopsy in April. Has since...
Last active: Oct 14, 2024
Can Blood Counting Machines Be Wrong?
My wife's CBC blood counts have been low for 18 months (see chart). Is there any chance that the numbers are, in fact, false readings?...
Last active: Jul 17 11:10pm
Have your copper levels been checked?
Yes, MDS is defective bone marrow not producing enough healthy cells. There is a correlation between low WBC and low levels of copper. I have...
Last active: Mar 1, 2024