As an update, I got some answers. Oncologist was originally thinking aplastic anemia but I have always had signs of MDS and polycythemia. After 4 years it?s been decided that it is the early stages of MDS. He advised that he feels I could have MDS/MPN overlap syndrome or this will morph into the overlap syndrome over the next 5-10 yrs.
So for now, I have to deal with the fatigue, bleeding and bruising easily, constant pruritus, etc. while on watch and wait.
Anyone who has a similar situation I would like to hear your thoughts or advice.
Thank you all for your support.
Rich
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