Complications

Complications of myelodysplastic syndromes include:

• Anemia. Reduced numbers of red blood cells can cause anemia, which can make you feel tired.
• Recurrent infections. Having too few white blood cells increases your risk of serious infections.
• Bleeding that won't stop. Lacking platelets in your blood to stop bleeding can lead to excessive bleeding.
• Increased risk of cancer. Some people with myelodysplastic syndromes might eventually develop a cancer of the bone marrow and blood cells (leukemia).