How does fatigue relate to smoldering myeloma?
If you've been diagnosed with smoldering myeloma, you'll be monitored for signs of disease progression. While smoldering myeloma itself may not cause significant symptoms initially, fatigue can become a concern as the condition progresses.
Fatigue in myeloma is complex and Show Full Answer
How does fatigue relate to smoldering myeloma?
If you've been diagnosed with smoldering myeloma, you'll be monitored for signs of disease progression. While smoldering myeloma itself may not cause significant symptoms initially, fatigue can become a concern as the condition progresses.
Fatigue in myeloma is complex and can stem from multiple causes:
* Anemia (low red blood cell counts)
* High levels of inflammatory proteins called cytokines
* Pain from bone involvement
* Emotional stress from diagnosis and monitoring
* Poor sleep or nutrition
About 60-70% of people with multiple myeloma have anemia at diagnosis, which is a major cause of fatigue. When your body doesn't get enough oxygen due to low red blood cells, you feel exhausted.
If you're experiencing persistent fatigue with smoldering myeloma, it's important to discuss this with your healthcare team. They can check for treatable causes like anemia or other factors that might be contributing to how you're feeling.
Managing fatigue often involves addressing the underlying causes, practicing self-compassion, prioritizing important activities, and maintaining good nutrition and hydration when possible.
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