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I Was In Iraq For Approximately 2 Years And Afghanistan For Approximately 3 Years. Has Anyone Else In Here Think That You Got It Overseas?
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I'm pretty sure that I'm seeing a pattern of military/contractors who have been diagnosed with Multiple Myeloma after serving overseas in these countries. With the air quality and the burn pits I believe that it is possible that is where it was caught (if caught is the right word). So, is anyone else in this group in the same situation, wondering if you got it from Iraq or Afghanistan. If so has any doctor told you that is probably where you got it from?

posted June 15, 2019
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A MyMyelomaTeam Member

You were probably exposed to the same types of toxins as the 9/11 first responders. If the VA response isnt good, there are several law firms that specialize in vets with these issues.

posted June 21, 2019
A MyMyelomaTeam Member

Yes, I am probably older but agent orange exposure. Those burn pits cause all sorts of cancers. Go to the VA.

posted June 15, 2019
A MyMyelomaTeam Member

Thanks for the input! It's very helpful.

posted June 21, 2019

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