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A member asked:
Is myelofibrosis a terminal disease? does it just keep progressing until all bone marrow is replaced by scar tissue that can't produce blood?
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Progressive: Yes, you described it well. New treatments are becoming available all the time, and they could extend your life! get treated!
Answered 7/31/2017
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Progressive: Myelofibrosis (a myeloproliferative disorder) is a progressive disease. However the rate of progression varies from patient to patient. In addition there are several treatments available which may be able to slow or stop the progression. Speak with your physician about a referral to a hematologist for further insight into this disease and its treatment.
Answered 9/25/2016
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