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Originally Posted by cheri
Hi All
Neil, I saw a post by you back in Dec '10 where you mentioned about the combination of Revlimid and Vidaza--just wondering if there has been any further information/studies/trials on any results of combining these 2 drugs. A few random hemalologists I've seen in my travels mentioned that it may be an option, but I don't know where to look for further information. I like to have some info before approaching my Dr.
I am not 5q-, ~ how does that develop? And since Revlimid has been SO successful on so many levels, could it hurt to try it? I just wonder the value/ramifications in combination with Vidaza....
As always, thanks in advance, for your responses!
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Research has shown that Revlimid works well with patients who have 5q.
I also have seen on the net the possibility of Revlimid and Vidaza together.
In my wife's case the platelets were already down to 5 (Majorly Low) so with the Revlimid having a major negative effect on platelets even though she has MDS and 5q the Revlimid was not considered. Even the Vidaza was taken out of the picture after 3 cycles because the bone marrow was not responding.