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Myleofibrosis medical therapy
Introduction
Overview
Overview
Medical Therapy
Medical Therapy
Myleofibrosis has no known cure. Lenalidomide (brand name Revlimid) and Thalidomide are drugs that can be used in its treatment, though they can cause gout and leave the patient susceptible to diseases such as pneumonia. Frequent blood transfusions may also be required.
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