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Can myelodysplastic syndrome occur as a result of radiation treatment for a previous diagnosis such as prostate cancer? if so, what is the time frame after the original disease was treated in which it is most likely to occur?

Q: can myelodysplastic syndrome occur as a result of radiation treatment for a previous diagnosis such as prostate cancer? if so, what is the time frame after the original disease was treated in which it is most likely to occur?

: Radiation treatments to the prostate are pretty focused and should not cause it . Pl be more specific about 'previous diagnosis needing radiation'.

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Dr. Birendra Tandan answered

Radiation treatments to the prostate are pretty focused and should not cause it . Pl be more specific about 'previous diagnosis needing radiation'.

Answered 5/27/2022

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A member asked:

Can myelodysplastic syndrome occur as a result of radiation treatment for a previous diagnosis such as prostate cancer? if so, what is the time frame after the original disease was treated in which it is most likely to occur?

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Dr. Birendra Tandan answered

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