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Eltrombopag
Eltrombopag:
What are the possible side effects of eltrombopag (Promacta)?
Get emergency medical help if you have any of these signs of an allergic reaction: hives; difficult breathing; swelling of your face, lips, tongue, or throat.
Stop using eltrombopag and call your doctor at once if you have:
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, an FDA-approved non-peptidyl thrombopoietin receptor agonist is…
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The mRNA COVID-19 Vaccines Are Safe and Effective for Most Patients with Cancer
For most patients with cancer, the mRNA COVID-19 vaccines are safe and effective. This article explains the results of the first study that evaluated the safety and effectiveness of the mRNA vaccines in patients with solid cancers, such as lung, breast, or prostate cancer.
November 2021 – Lung Cancer
Laura Morgan
The…
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Myelodysplastic syndromes
Myelodysplastic syndromes:
(my-eh-lo-diss-PLASS-tik SIN-dromez) A group of disorders where the bone marrow does not work well, and the bone marrow cells fail to make enough healthy blood cells. Myelo refers to the bone marrow. Dysplastic means abnormal growth or development. People with MDS have low blood cell count for at…
(MDS) and
neutropenia…
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In this webinar, Sondos Khattab, Registered Dietitian, will discuss practical tips for managing treatment-related challenges, food safety, and making informed nutrition choices to support overall health. Questions can be submitted in advance at help@aamds.org.
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During this webinar, Dr. Filippo Milano will discuss
cord blood transplant
cord blood transplant:
A procedure where umbillical cord stem cells are given to the patient through an intravenous (IV) line. Stem cells are collected from an umbilical cord right after the birth of a baby. They are kept frozen until needed. In time, donated stem cells given to the patient begin making new,…
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In this webinar, Dr. Akriti Jain will explains the latest research presented the American Society of Hematology meeting on MDS and secondary AML. This is an advanced presentation.
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Dr. Nikolai Podoltsev presents this session for
Aplastic Anemia
Aplastic Anemia:
(ay-PLASS-tik uh-NEE_mee-uh) A rare and serious condition in which the bone marrow fails to make enough blood cells - red blood cells, white blood cells, and platelets. The term aplastic is a Greek word meaning not to form. Anemia is a condition that happens when red blood cell count is low. Most…
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Dr. Mina Xu discusses the steps involved in developing an accurate diagnosis for
bone marrow failure
bone marrow failure:
A condition that occurs when the bone marrow stops making enough healthy blood cells. The most common of these rare diseases are aplastic anemia, myelodysplastic syndromes (MDS) and paroxysmal nocturnal hemoglobinuria (PNH). Bone marrow failure can be acquired (begin…
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Dr. Nicolai Podoltsev describes options available for patients with PNH who could choose non-transplant treatments.
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Lisa Barbarotta describes techniques to help manage low blood counts in this session.
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Sagar Patel, MD, Huntsman Cancer Institute, explains this post-transplant condition and its treatments. Watch to learn more about techniques used to prevent GVHD as well as short-term and long-term complications.
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Michael Pulsipher, MD, Primary Children's Hospital, explains the details of
bone marrow transplant
bone marrow transplant:
A bone marrow transplant (BMT) is also called a stem cell transplant (SCT) or hematopoietic stem cell transplant (HSCT).The procedure replaces unhealthy blood-forming stem cells with healthy ones and offers some patients the possibility of a cure. But for many…
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Paul J Shami, MD of Huntsman Cancer Institute describes the types of therapies that may be used in treating MDS, or
Myelodysplastic Syndromes
Myelodysplastic Syndromes:
(my-eh-lo-diss-PLASS-tik SIN-dromez) A group of disorders where the bone marrow does not work well, and the bone marrow cells fail to make enough healthy blood cells. Myelo refers to the bone marrow. Dysplastic means…
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Suneet Agarwal, MD, PhD from Boston's Children's Hospital provides essential information for families about inherited
bone marrow failure
bone marrow failure:
A condition that occurs when the bone marrow stops making enough healthy blood cells. The most common of these rare diseases are aplastic anemia, myelodysplastic syndromes (MDS) and paroxysmal nocturnal hemoglobinuria (PNH). Bone…
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Srinivas Tantravahi, MBBS, MRCP (UK) of Huntsman Cancer Institute explains which non-transplant therapies may be considered for treatment of
aplastic anemia
aplastic anemia:
(ay-PLASS-tik uh-NEE_mee-uh) A rare and serious condition in which the bone marrow fails to make enough blood cells - red blood cells, white blood cells, and platelets. The term aplastic is a Greek word meaning not…
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Addressing Barriers and Challenges to Patient Care - 2023 Omaha Patient and Family Hybrid Conference
The patient panel discusses this essential topic: Barriers and Challenges to accessing care. Learn their techniques for overcoming these barriers in this session from the Patient and Family Conference.
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This session explains why and how patients may be offered a transplant to treat MDS, or
myelodysplastic syndromes
myelodysplastic syndromes:
(my-eh-lo-diss-PLASS-tik SIN-dromez) A group of disorders where the bone marrow does not work well, and the bone marrow cells fail to make enough healthy blood cells. Myelo refers to the bone marrow. Dysplastic means abnormal growth or…
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Watch this session to learn techniques for coping after the diagnosis of a
bone marrow failure
bone marrow failure:
A condition that occurs when the bone marrow stops making enough healthy blood cells. The most common of these rare diseases are aplastic anemia, myelodysplastic syndromes (MDS) and paroxysmal nocturnal hemoglobinuria (PNH). Bone marrow failure can be acquired (begin any…
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From the 2023 Omaha Patient and Family Hybrid Conference: PNH Non-Transplant Therapies with Dr. Alex Nester. Learn symptom management and options for therapies in this session which includes questions from the audience.
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Watch this session, featuring Dr. Srinivas Tantravahi, to learn more about different treatment options for patients with
aplastic anemia
aplastic anemia:
(ay-PLASS-tik uh-NEE_mee-uh) A rare and serious condition in which the bone marrow fails to make enough blood cells - red blood cells, white blood cells, and platelets. The term aplastic is a Greek word meaning not to form. Anemia is a…
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