[mannythedog]

Suzanne,
I am so sorry to hear about your mom. She has already had a fight that she has won, and now in for another round. My mother had breast cancer in 1981, and had new types of treatments, the standard today, she is now 73.

My father was originally diagnosed with MDS back in September of 07, but further diagnostics showed he had leukemia. He has been on chemo and other meds since then, and the doctor stated that there was no return. Only management. He only expected pop to live through Christmas... well the ol' guy is still here.

The doctor was surprised to see him in January and March. Pop is now on the down swing; however, because of his health and exercises prior to getting sick, it has given him more "staying power". No pun intended. At 75 years old, he was in better shape than many 30 year olds. He now 76. The doctor stated that if he had MDS he could have, most likely, due to his physical health at the time, managed it for 7 to 10 years.

You never know. I have read many posts of people that have been managing MDS for up to 10 years, so NEVER go by the average. It depends on many factors, and if your mom is a stubborn, crusty ol' codger like my dad, than she'll do just fine. Please read my post's if you get a chance. You may just get an idea what I am talking about.

Good luck and God bless.

Scott
Son Of Bob