Yes, jaw bone issues are actually quite common with myeloma. About 30-35% of people with multiple myeloma experience spread to the jaw area. This can cause various symptoms including bone changes and protrusions that you're describing.
Common jaw-related symptoms include
- Jaw pain
- Loose teeth
- Swelling in the jaw or Show Full Answer
Yes, jaw bone issues are actually quite common with myeloma. About 30-35% of people with multiple myeloma experience spread to the jaw area. This can cause various symptoms including bone changes and protrusions that you're describing.
Common jaw-related symptoms include:
- Jaw pain
- Loose teeth
- Swelling in the jaw or tongue
- Numbness or tingling
- Changes in bone structure It's crucial to have both your dentist and oncologist involved in monitoring these changes. Since myeloma can cause bone to break down faster while making it harder for the body to rebuild bone, these changes need to be carefully tracked. A MyMyelomaTeam member shared that their jaw pain from lesions improved after chemotherapy treatment.
Make sure to report any new or changing symptoms in your mouth or jaw area to your healthcare team right away. Early intervention can help prevent complications and manage symptoms more effectively.
May 31, 2025
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