Many people are familiar with cancers such as MDS and leukemia but few understand what causes these illness or how they are treated. It is important to understand the myelodysplastic syndromes (MDS) before asking further questions on the subject.

MDS are a combined constitution of different hematological conditions that are integrated when there is an absence of adequate amounts of red and white blood cells in the body. MDS results from the bone marrow stem cell, causing a disorderly production of blood cells in the bloodstream. For many years this fatal form of cancer has commonly been called as “preleukemia” because it almost always leads to the development of leukemia, which is the cancer of the blood.

MDS Causes

Abnormal production and reproduction of blood cells is experienced by patients suffering from MDS. This defect in the blood-formingcells often worsens over time resulting in the gradual deterioration of the bone marrow.

Genetic factors play a huge role in the the development of MDS, specifically in children who suffer from the disease. However, effects from the environment can also cause healthy cells to develop abnormalities and to produce cancer-causing cells in the long run.

Exposure to toxic chemicals such as Benzene is one of the top causes of different types of cancer. Benzene is used in the production of various items such as gasoline, cigarettes and sodas. People who eventually develop MDS and other types of cancers are most of the time oblivious to the fact that have already been exposed to Benzene by ingesting, handling or inhaling the toxic substance

Caution Signs

Studies have shown that about 1/3 of the patients who have MDS syndrome experience worsened health after their first diagnosis, resulting to the development of AML or acute myelogenous leukemia. Symptoms of MDS include:

*Skin that is pale

*Bruising and bleeding

*Experiencing extreme fatigue

*Recurring infections

If you believed you have been exposed to benzene, speak with an experienced attorney today so that your case will be evaluated.

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