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Originally Posted by bailie
Cheryl, it was Greg who made me a believer that it is short telomeres as a result of prednisone, diabetes, infection or similar events that create a susceptible situation for relapse or increase in blasts. The short telomeres will be the key that unlocks the mysteries of our diseases
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Hi Bailie!
I think this is why telomeres are such a hot topic among the researchers. I've been told that my current principal physician, Dr. DeCastro, has been doing telomere work, though I haven't had a chance to speak with him about that yet — or look for any papers.
Take Care!
Greg
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Greg, 59, dx MDS RCMD Int-1 03/10, 8+ & Dup1(q21q31). NIH Campath 11/2010. Non-responder. Tiny telomeres. TERT mutation. Danazol at NIH 12/11. TX independent 7/12. Pancreatitis 4/15. 15% blasts 4/16. DX RAEB-2. Beginning Vidaza to prep for MUD STC. Check out my blog at
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