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Old Tue Mar 11, 2008, 10:16 AM
Tom M Tom M is offline
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I had iron overload after only 12 transfusions, but I also have an underlying blood disorder called beta thalasemia, which adds to my iron problems. As Ruth said, don't wait for transfusion #100.
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Tom, age 56, diagnosed with MDS RAEB Oct of 2006. Previously treated w/ vidaza, unsuccessfully. Revlimid successful 1 year. Progressed to AML 4/08 w/ 20% blasts, now in remission. BMT to take place 10/08.
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