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Has Anyone Had CAR-T Cell Therapy? Transplant?
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I would like to know a little more of what to expect.
CRS syndrome?

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I'm in process of car t.. had my cells removed 4 weeks ago..I start rest of process January 26th in nyc..I need to stay in ny 35 days,that bothers me more then procedure..I'm not a city guy..I… read more

If There Are Any Of You Who Have Gone Through The Car-T Transplant Procedure, What Was Your Experience Like?
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I had a stem.cell transplant took 30 days. Bad not in hospital
Sick as a dog.

How Many Of You Know That Viagra & Other Male Enhancement Are Known To Be The Cause Of Multiple Mylomia?
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Does anyone know if there is a Class Action lawsuit in the works related to Multiple Mylomia, and OTC Male Enhancement supplements which many have been proven to contain generic Viagra?
https://www.drugs.com/sildenafil.html#warnings

A MyMyelomaTeam Member

Well, Ms. Ryan, an interesting question. Causes one to reflect on the joys of living. I've not heard this concern with male enhancement drugs. At my age clinical proof of deleterious effects would not… read more

Has Anybody Put Multiple Myeloma Into Remission Through A Change In Lifestyle?
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Kim, how much chemo did you go through? How was it?
Did you do radiation? If so how was it? 🤔

Does Anyone Here Smoke With Mm, If So, How Or Does It Makes It Much Worse?
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Camelia, it's hard to quit smoking. Especially since it probably helps with anxiety. My sister used the nicotine patches. Sending hugs 🍂🍁🥰🙏

What Are Some Successful Fatigue Preventives While Taking Ninlaro And Dexamethazone?
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Hey Donnie, exercise is supposed to help treatment related fatigue. I would ask about the lowest dose of dexamethasone you can get away with. Maybe ask about a mild sleep aide when you have to take… read more

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I have smoldering MM but don’t see a lot of others here that might be experiencing it??

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Hi Kathy- I am lucky I can tolerate tumeric well. I do take 8 grams. I do them across the day so I can prevent stomach issues.

Ok, Is 1.80 Good For Lamda Free Light Chains ? In November It Was 17.7 Up From 11 In October
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And is 0.34 kappa good? in December it was 0.2 alot of folks seem so more knowledgeable about tests

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Netta, please ask for a printout of your lab work that is ordered by your oncologist every time they do your monthly doctor's labs. Keep them together in a loose-leaf binder organized by date. This… read more

Has Anyone Been Diagnosed With Another Cancer While Having MM?
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Thank you so much for responding.

What’s The Word On Alcohol? I’ve Had 2 Beers In 2 Years And I’m In Tears!
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I remember my doctor saying no alcohol during induction chemo but haven’t asked him during maintenance. What can you tell me about it? What has your doctor advised? I’m currently on the maintenance regimen of 10mg Revlimid 21/7, dexamethasone and Darzalex monthly.

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I have about 2 small glasses of red wine per month. I enjoy it with pizza! My oncologist is aware and does not say I couldn't have any. ☺