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Anyone have hints to battle fatigue.

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In my 8th month treatment

March 6
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Tiger’s milk. It is made with Milk, Nutritional Yeast and unsulphered blackstrap molasses. 5 oz of milk of your choice, 2 heaping teaspoons of Nutritional Yeast, and a teaspoon or less of unsulphered blackstrap molasses. The nutritional yeast has lots of B vitamins and helps with neuropathy. The molasses helps build red blood cells. Mild exercise helps too. Avoiding sugar helps me. I get super tired after eating a donut.
Paula 🌹

March 6
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What can help with fatigue during myeloma treatment?

Fatigue during treatment is incredibly common and can feel overwhelming. While there's no perfect fix, several strategies may help you manage it better.

Stay gently active: Light exercise can actually help reduce fatigue, even though it might feel counterintuitive Show Full Answer

What can help with fatigue during myeloma treatment?

Fatigue during treatment is incredibly common and can feel overwhelming. While there's no perfect fix, several strategies may help you manage it better.

Stay gently active: Light exercise can actually help reduce fatigue, even though it might feel counterintuitive. Start small - maybe just walking around your yard or block - and gradually build up. Low- to moderate-intensity activities that get your heart rate up or work your muscles may be particularly helpful.

Prioritize what matters most: Choose one or two important activities each day and do them when you typically have more energy. Don't hesitate to ask friends and family for help with other tasks.

Improve your sleep habits: Try going to bed and waking up at the same time daily, keep your bedroom dark and comfortable, avoid caffeine and screens before bed, and get morning sunlight to help regulate your sleep cycle.

Practice self-compassion: Your body is working hard. Many MyMyelomaTeam members find that doing too much leads to paying for it later, so listen to your body's signals.

Talk to your doctor: They can check for reversible causes like anemia, thyroid issues, or medication timing that might be making fatigue worse. Sometimes simple changes, like taking medication at night instead of morning, can help.

As your myeloma responds to treatment, fatigue often improves too.

March 6

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