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Has Anyone Noticed Their Skin Becoming Thinner, Since Being Diagnosed?
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My dermatologist told me to wash, using my hands instead of a cloth. I didn’t ask him why🤷🏽‍♀️. But I’ve noticed broken skin under my breast (where I had been using a washcloth)😳

posted January 6
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A MyMyelomaTeam Member

I think it’s part MM, chemo, drugs and the fact our systems are not what they used to be.

posted January 6
A MyMyelomaTeam Member

Yes, our skin gets thinner as we get older, but steriods cause our skin to get thinner than it would have otherwise.

posted January 24
A MyMyelomaTeam Member

During treatment and maintenance my skin became paper thin. Now at 7 months off All MM Meds, my skin is back to normal. Scratches heal quickly and no unusual bruising.

posted January 8
A MyMyelomaTeam Member

Yes I think the treatment for MM causes our skin to get thinner. Gentle soap and other skin care steps need to be taken.

posted January 6
A MyMyelomaTeam Member

My skin seems to be thinner in some places but I don't have a clue why. Could be age I suppose.

posted January 23

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