About Myelodysplastic Syndromes and treatment in Chicago. Sandler Cancer Treatment Centers in Chicago and Skokie, IL

Steven A. Sandler, M.D.
Board-Certified in
Hematology & Oncology

Telephone Numbers
Office: (847) 933-0875
Fax: (847) 933-0878
Answering Service: (773) 594-7340

Skokie Office
9669 Kenton, Suite 510
Skokie, IL 60076
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Chicago Office
7447 W. Talcott Ave., Suite 318
Chicago, IL 60631
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Myelodysplastic Syndromes (MDS) and Treatment

About Myelodysplastic Syndromes (MDS)

Myelodysplastic Syndromes (MDS) are a diverse set of blood conditions all characterized by ineffective production (or dysplasia) of myeloid blood cells. People with MDS have a 30 percent chance of developing acute myelogenous leukemia. MDS most commonly occurs in people aged 60 to 75.

Signs and symptoms of Myelodysplastic Syndromes may include:

Anemia
Frequent infections
Chronic fatigue, shortness of breath, and sometimes chest pain
Easy bruising

Treatment for Myelodysplastic Syndromes (MDS)

The treatment of myelodysplastic syndromes has improved greatly. Treatment depends on the specific type of MDS, which is determined from a bone marrow examination and chromosome analysis. In the past, only blood transfusions were available. However, there are a variety of new medications that are well tolerated and effective for treatment of these disorders which are available at Sandler Cancer Treatment Centers.