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December 30, 2024
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Anemia, is one of the very first signs of myeloma. I was very anemic at diagnosis. It was hard to give treatments with my hemoglobin so low, but I made it!! Myeloma is a blood cancer, so the highest stage is 3b. I hope his kidneys recover quickly. 🙏

December 30, 2024
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Anemia is very common in multiple myeloma, especially with kidney failure and chemotherapy. Kidney dysfunction reduces erythropoietin production, which signals the bone marrow to make red blood cells. Chemotherapy can also suppress bone marrow function. Symptoms like fatigue, dizziness, and shortness of breath are common Show Full Answer

Anemia is very common in multiple myeloma, especially with kidney failure and chemotherapy. Kidney dysfunction reduces erythropoietin production, which signals the bone marrow to make red blood cells. Chemotherapy can also suppress bone marrow function. Symptoms like fatigue, dizziness, and shortness of breath are common. Treatments may include blood transfusions, erythropoietin injections, or adjusting chemo doses. Discuss options with his care team.

December 30, 2024

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