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Myelodysplastic Syndromes (MDS)

What?
Myelodysplastic syndromes are a group of disorders caused by blood cells that are poorly
bone marrow and peripheral ... leukopenia) Peripheral ... Out Secondary Causes ... factor (GCSF) treatments ... blood cells appear normal
Aplastic Anemia - Overview

Who?
• M = F
• 3 peaks:	1) Childhood	2) 15-25 years	3) >60 years

What?
• Aplastic anemia
and petechiae Causes ... syndrome (MDS) (normal ... ) Labs: • Peripheral ... Treatment: ... may result from low
Vitamin B12 (Cobalamin) Deficiency
Etiology:
 • Vit B12 - aka cobalamin. Present in foods derived from animal
• Common Causes ... degeneration of dorsal ... findings, HSM, LN, peripheral ... Check for IF ab Treatment ... : • Oral cobalamin
Evaluation of Recurrent Falls

Core Concept:
Maintaining an upright posture requires the integrated function of multiple systems.
Disruption in
embolism - Severe anemia ... paroxysmal positional vertigo ... : Vertigo, imbalance ... Examples: - Peripheral ... muscle wasting, slow