Bone Marrow Cancer Drug Shows Success in Treating Rare Blood Disorder

A single patient served as the driving force behind the clinical trial.
Bone Marrow Cancer Drug Shows Success in Treating Rare Blood Disorder
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Pomalidomide, a bone marrow cancer drug, may be safely repurposed to treat a rare genetic blood disorder, according to a recent clinical trial.

The Cleveland Clinic-led clinical trial was stopped early after demonstrating safety and effectiveness in treating hereditary hemorrhagic telangiectasia (HHT), a condition that currently has no cure.

Rachel Ann T. Melegrito
Rachel Ann T. Melegrito
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Rachel Melegrito worked as an occupational therapist, specializing in neurological cases. Melegrito also taught university courses in basic sciences and professional occupational therapy. She earned a master's degree in childhood development and education in 2019. Since 2020, Melegrito has written extensively on health topics for various publications and brands.
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