If you are on Revlimid you should be on a blood thinner like aspirin
February 4, 2024
Helena,
Don’t wait to talk to your doctor about a blood clot. I had a CT Scan of my lungs which showed there were some areas that had collapsed. I have no idea why.
Paula
February 4, 2024
Hello Helena, if you take Revlimid for you Myeloma, there could be a connection. I had a blood clot in my neck. At the time I had a port. They removed the port, but I continue with the Revlimid. They also put me on a blood thinner. No more issues since then.
February 4, 2024
Hi Helena
I haven’t had the experience. If you suspect that you’re having some trouble contact your doctor immediately.
Love, Susan💕
February 4, 2024
Yes, there is a connection between the development of blood clots in the lungs and multiple myeloma. People with multiple myeloma are at a higher risk of developing blood clots, including those that can travel to the lungs and cause a pulmonary embolism. This increased risk may be due to the cancer itself or as a side Show Full Answer
Yes, there is a connection between the development of blood clots in the lungs and multiple myeloma. People with multiple myeloma are at a higher risk of developing blood clots, including those that can travel to the lungs and cause a pulmonary embolism. This increased risk may be due to the cancer itself or as a side effect of certain treatments for myeloma.
Key points:
- Higher Risk: People with myeloma have a higher risk of blood clots.
- Pulmonary Embolism: Blood clots can travel to the lungs, causing a pulmonary embolism.
- Causes: The risk may be due to the cancer itself or treatments for myeloma.
For more detailed information, you can refer to the source: [Blood Clots and Myeloma: How To Lower Your Risk | MyMyelomaTeam](https://www.mymyelomateam.com/resources/blood-c...).
August 2, 2024
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