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Milwaukee, WI

This is more of a comment. I am in my 6th year. I was originally given 1-4 years. I have had Chemo, A stem Cell Transplant, and have taken Revlimid and Pomalyst. I exercise and eat well. There were times I wanted to give up, but if you stick with it, I am finally in remission, and you can have a good outcome too. Good Luck

February 1 (edited)
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A MyMyelomaTeam Member

Jimi, I’m thankful to say, that I’m right behind you. I’m riding the same path. Most importantly is knowing that GOD is covering us. HE is a Restorer🤎🙏🏾🤎

February 1
A MyMyelomaTeam Member

Thank you so much for sharing your journey, Jimi. Stories like yours truly give hope to so many of us who are still walking this road. Being told 1–4 years and now standing strong in your 6th year—and in remission—is incredibly inspiring. 🙏

What really stands out is your perseverance: going through chemo, a stem cell transplant, long-term medications, and still choosing to exercise, eat well, and not give up even when things felt overwhelming. That honesty about the tough moments matters, because many of us have been there too.

Your message is a powerful reminder that statistics are not destiny, treatments keep improving, and mindset, self-care, and persistence really do make a difference. Thank you for giving hope and strength to others who may be struggling today.

Wishing you continued good health and long-lasting remission

February 5
A MyMyelomaTeam Member

Thank you for sharing.💕
Paula🌹

February 1
A MyMyelomaTeam Member

My doctors never gave he a timeline. I'm wondering why some do?

February 5
MyMyelomaTeam

Thank you for sharing your inspiring journey! Your experience of thriving six years after diagnosis, well beyond initial expectations, is a powerful reminder of how far myeloma treatment has come.

Your story highlights several key factors that contribute to positive outcomes:

* Staying committed to treatment through Show Full Answer

Thank you for sharing your inspiring journey! Your experience of thriving six years after diagnosis, well beyond initial expectations, is a powerful reminder of how far myeloma treatment has come.

Your story highlights several key factors that contribute to positive outcomes:

* Staying committed to treatment through challenging times
* Combining medical therapies like Revlimid and Pomalyst with lifestyle choices
* Maintaining physical activity and good nutrition
* Persevering even when you felt like giving up

The combination of chemotherapy, stem cell transplant, and maintenance therapy you've undergone represents the comprehensive approach that has helped many people achieve longer remissions. Your commitment to exercise and healthy eating also supports your body's ability to tolerate treatments and stay strong.

Myeloma treatment has advanced faster in the past decade than treatment for almost any other cancer. Many people are living well for years after diagnosis, even through multiple treatment phases, just as you have.

Your message of hope and persistence is exactly what others in the community need to hear. Thank you for encouraging others to keep going—your experience shows that sticking with treatment really can lead to good outcomes.

February 1

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