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Fish Results: Indication For Study, Cytogenetics Monoclonal Gammopathy Of Unknown Significance FINAL

A MyMyelomaTeam Member asked a question 💭
Ravenden, AR

Has anyone had a deletion like mine? I know they are currently doing study’s on it I’ve been ready up on it but I didn’t know if anyone else’s first bone marrow started this way ? And how fast it progressed
FINAL DIAGNOSIS
46,XX[18]
46,XX,t(1;19)(p10;q10)[1]
46,XX,del(12)(p11.2)[1]


Normal female chromosome analysis. The presence of an abnormal karyotype in single cell cannot be regarded as a "true" clone, but may indicate the presence of an abnormal cell line suggesting clinical relevance.… read more

September 14 (edited)
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A MyMyelomaTeam Member

Thanks Paula I’ll be having another biopsy and FISH ran in Jan so I’m already anxious to see if anything has changed

September 15
A MyMyelomaTeam Member

Valerie,
After 4 years I still find it frustrating when no one matches my diagnosis. Good Luck to you. I hope you find someone. It’s helpful!
Paula 🌹

September 14
A MyMyelomaTeam Member

It appears that the results indicate a diagnosis of Monoclonal Gammopathy of Undetermined Significance (MGUS). Here are some key points about MGUS based on my knowledge base:

- Definition: MGUS is a condition where abnormal antibodies, known as monoclonal proteins (M proteins), are found in the blood
- Nature: MGUS is not Show Full Answer

It appears that the results indicate a diagnosis of Monoclonal Gammopathy of Undetermined Significance (MGUS). Here are some key points about MGUS based on my knowledge base:

- Definition: MGUS is a condition where abnormal antibodies, known as monoclonal proteins (M proteins), are found in the blood.
- Nature: MGUS is not cancerous and does not involve a tumor.
- Progression Risk: Approximately 1% of people with MGUS progress to more serious conditions like multiple myeloma or amyloidosis each year.
- Monitoring: Regular observation and testing every six to twelve months are recommended to monitor the condition.
- Risk Factors: Higher risk factors include older age, African or African-American ethnicity, male sex, and a family history of MGUS.

If you have any specific questions or need further details, feel free to ask!

September 14

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