Myelodysplastic syndromes are rare and potentially fatal blood disorders that occur due to abnormal production of blood cells in the bone marrow. The blood cells produced are dysfunctional and may die or function abnormally once they enter the bloodstream, and thus cannot fulfill their normal and important functions such as transporting oxygen through the body (red blood cells) and fighting infection (white blood cells). In the early stages of disease, there are few symptoms. Over time, unusual bleeding, red skin spots and anaemia may occur. Individuals with myelodysplastic syndrome are also predisposed to infections.
For more information, see Myelodysplastic Syndrome.
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