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Can MDS ever be cured?

Yes, there is one treatment that has the potential to cure MDS: an allogeneic stem cell transplant (also called a bone marrow transplant). This procedure can make the abnormal bone marrow cells disappear for good in some people.

During a stem cell transplant, you first receive high-dose chemotherapy Show Full Answer

Can MDS ever be cured?

Yes, there is one treatment that has the potential to cure MDS: an allogeneic stem cell transplant (also called a bone marrow transplant). This procedure can make the abnormal bone marrow cells disappear for good in some people.

During a stem cell transplant, you first receive high-dose chemotherapy or radiation to destroy the stem cells in your bone marrow. Then you receive healthy new stem cells from a donor.

However, this treatment comes with important considerations:

* It can have serious side effects
* It's often only an option for people who are younger and in good overall health
* A matching bone marrow donor needs to be found

While stem cell transplant is the only potentially curative option, it's not suitable for everyone with MDS. Your doctor will help determine if this approach is right for you based on your age, health status, and other factors.

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