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What is life expectancy with MM

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I am 75. I am at early stage and awaiting treatment plan. Lot of muscle and bone pain and fatigue but not as bad as many others

August 23, 2025
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Hi Chris,
Most people survive 5 years or more after being diagnosed with MM. Many on this site have had it for years and years. Smoldering MM could last for years and years with a good diet and supplements. Dr Brandy has a book called “Beat Back Cancer Naturally.” I highly recommend it. I am Smoldering too.
Paula🌹

August 30, 2025 (edited)
A MyMyelomaTeam Member

I was told I had 3-5 years to live after a myeloma diagnosis 2 years ago! It turned out to be high risk smoldering-I did a trial and still feel fine! I don't listen to people telling us our life expectancy and I am 74! Tom Brokaw was diagnosed years ago with MM read his book, it's very positive.

December 9, 2025
A MyMyelomaTeam Member

Is that 5 year survival of diagnosis pertain to SMM too?

August 23, 2025 (edited)
MyMyelomaTeam

Life expectancy with multiple myeloma has improved significantly in recent years thanks to advances in treatment. About 61% of people diagnosed with multiple myeloma live at least 5 years after diagnosis. Some people experience long-term remission lasting decades, with about 14% of patients living 20 years or more.

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Life expectancy with multiple myeloma has improved significantly in recent years thanks to advances in treatment. About 61% of people diagnosed with multiple myeloma live at least 5 years after diagnosis. Some people experience long-term remission lasting decades, with about 14% of patients living 20 years or more.

For early stage (Stage 1) myeloma:
• About 82% of people live 5 years or more after diagnosis
• Median survival time is approximately 62 months Your individual outlook will depend on several factors including:
• How well you respond to treatment
• Your overall health condition
• Specific genetic features of your myeloma cells
• When treatment begins

The good news is that newer treatments are leading to deeper, longer-lasting remissions. Treatments like bortezomib, lenalidomide, and newer monoclonal antibody drugs have significantly extended life expectancy for many patients.

August 23, 2025

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