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Old Wed Sep 24, 2008, 05:08 PM
susaq susaq is offline
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Question End Stage MDS suspected

HI all, It's nice to see a forum about such an unpleasant subject. My Dad * 83 years old) was diagnosed with MDS about 10 years ago, became transfusion dependant 5 years ago and underwent some chemo about 4 years ago which successfully put him into remission.
Over the past few months he has become transfusion dependant again with only his hemoglobin failing - his white count and platelets are holding.
I'm wondering what to expect since it seems that the MDS has returned and there are no alternatives for him.
He is very tired and weak all the time, feels achy and nauseaus often. He's pretty discouraged. Does this sound like end-stage MDS? What else can we expect?

Thanks to all who respond.
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