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Any Suggestions For Someone Who Has An Upset Stomach When He's Getting Transfusions?

A MyMyelomaTeam Member asked a question πŸ’­
Smicksburg, PA

The gentleman is in the process of diagnosis but appears to possibly be a blood cancer. They are giving him transfusions because of his bloodwork numbers. Transfusions didn't make me sick so I'm not a lot of help.

November 18, 2020
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A MyMyelomaTeam Member

Have them slow down the transfusion. It worked for me.

November 18, 2020
A MyMyelomaTeam Member

Darlene, They can give you an anti nausea medication either by infusion or orally. Zofran is given quite often. They can also give you a prescription to take at home if needed. Also, like Peter mentioned they can slow down the infusion, sometimes that will help. Have a good night! Love, Marcia 🌸

November 18, 2020
A MyMyelomaTeam Member

Zofran worked for Greg too.

November 28, 2020
A MyMyelomaTeam Member

I have been told that marijuana works well for pain,nausea,and sleep

April 10, 2021
A MyMyelomaTeam Member

omeprazole Same as prilosec

November 18, 2020

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