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Old Thu Nov 1, 2012, 12:56 PM
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Originally Posted by VickiB View Post
Since I last wrote, I have had two more blood transfusions and 3 platelet transfusions. The doctor took me off Revlamid last Fri. I see him again next week, but wonder what's next. I don't feel much better even after the transfusions. I am feeling rather discouraged. If Vidaza and Revlamid don't work, then what?
Vicki,

I'm sorry you are still transfusion dependent and had to go off Revlimid. Did the doctor say if you're giving up on Revlimid or just interrupting its schedule?

Another drug often considered is decitabine (trade name Dacogen), which some patients respond to.
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