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A family member is currently undergoing targeted therapy treatment for myelodysplastic syndrome. they previously were treated with radiation for a different form of cancer. could the radiation have caused or led to the mds?
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Blood dyscrasia is a well-known side effect of radiation therapy. However, the risk is so low compared with the benefit so radiation therapy needs to be done if indicated for saving life.
Answered 10/28/2022
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