People with myelodysplastic syndrome may also suffer from shortness of breath or dyspnoea, especially in the aftermath of physical activity. This occurs because due to bone marrow dysfunction and abnormal cells being produced, oxygen is not optimally distributed/used in the body, leading to breathing difficulties on exertion.

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