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Tue Nov 9, 2010, 10:31 AM
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ATG
Can someone direct me as to where to learn more about this?
Seems like a lot of posters have been on it...I have never heard of it or what it is supposed to do...thanks
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Cheri Age 54; dx Oct 2009 AML, induction chemo only;dx MDS July 2010,- PRBC transfusion dependent; Results BMB 8/4/11--- 6-8% blasts; Danazol 100 mg 3xday; quit Exjade/ GI distress; platelets holding 40's; Fluctuation in blasts in blood--Neupogen 3-4xweek; off Revlimid again! Procrit weekly 
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Tue Nov 9, 2010, 04:47 PM
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MDS patients may be treated with antithymocyte globulin (ATG) or antilymphocyte globulin (ALG), in combination with cyclosporine. These immunosuppressive drugs keep the patient's own immune system from attacking the bone marrow, allowing the bone marrow to begin making healthy blood cells again. They are typically used for lower-risk patients. (Note: ATG/ALG+cyclosporine is a front-line treatment for aplastic anemia.) Have you read Greg's post here yet? http://forums.marrowforums.org/showt...&highlight=atg It's a good explanation of why ATG/immunosuppressant treatment was considered in Greg's case. Hopefully, other members with first hand experience will be able to answer any questions you have, but this should give you a place to start.
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Catherine, wife of Bruce age 75; diagnosed 6/10/11 with macrocytic anemia, neutropenia and mild thrombocytopenia; BMB suggesting emerging MDS. Copper deficient. Currently receiving procrit and neuopogen injections weekly, B12 dermal cream and injections, Transfusions ~ 5 weeks. Last edited by cathybee1 : Tue Nov 9, 2010 at 05:14 PM.
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