Deferasirox
It comes in a tablet form which is dissolved in juice or water and taken by mouth. Iron build-up can occur in patients who get a lot of red blood cell red blood cell: The most
Paroxysmal Nocturnal Hemoglobinuria (PNH)
Cyclosporine
Cyclosporine Cyclosporine: Cyclosporine is used along with antithymocyte globulin (ATG), another immunosuppressant, for treating aplastic anemia and some other forms of bone marrow failure
Antithymocyte Globulin
ATG is an immunosuppressant, a drug that lowers the body's immune response.
Fund Your Research
AAMDSIF advocates for and invests in collaborative research to accelerate the discovery of better treatments and cures for bone marrow failure disorders.
AAMDSIF Research Grants
Know Your Treatment Options
Caring for Yourself
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Therapies
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Bone Marrow Transplants
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Clinical Trials
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Peer Support Network
Connecting with other patients and families can be a powerful and uplifting experience. Our networks let you learn from others, share your journey, get and give support and make new friends. You have the option of connecting on a one-to-one basis or with a group. You also choose the way you prefer to interact - by phone, in person or online.
Patient and Family HelpLine
You are not alone. The AAMDSIF HelpLine has trained and compassionate information specialists ready to answer your questions and provide the support you need. To speak with an information specialist, please call (800) 747-2820, option 2, or email help@aamds.org.
Taking Care of Yourself
Caregiver Stress
Don’t deny or ignore the fact that being a caregiver will have an effect on you.
Pediatric Patients
Recent Diagnosis
Parents of children newly diagnosed with a bone marrow failure bone marrow failure: A condition that occurs when the bone marrow s
Caregiving Basics
The National Family Caregivers Association's Director of Caregiver Wellness Programs, Jane Meier Hamilton, RN, MSN, has been a nurse for 40 years and family caregiver for 20 years. In a recent interview, she offered advice for family caregivers.
Is it true to say that many people don’t realize that they are caregivers?