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Long Lane, MO

He was running a fever and chills and ended up in hospital

March 12
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I’m sorry your husband is going through this. May I ask how old he is and what type of myeloma he was diagnosed with?

When someone with myeloma develops sepsis and also has chronic kidney disease, it can make things more complicated, but doctors usually focus first on stabilizing the infection.

Sepsis is a serious infection and it can put a lot of stress on the body, especially when the immune system is already weaker from myeloma or its treatments. In many cases, doctors may pause or adjust myeloma treatment while they treat the infection with antibiotics and supportive care.

Kidney disease can also happen with myeloma, sometimes because of the proteins produced by the myeloma cells. When the kidneys are affected, doctors often need to adjust medication doses and monitor kidney function closely. Protecting kidney function and keeping the body stable becomes very important.

Once the infection is under control and his condition stabilizes, the medical team will usually reassess the myeloma treatment and decide the best way forward.

Myeloma can be a complicated disease because many systems in the body are connected, and sometimes one issue can affect another. That’s why careful monitoring and proper management are very important throughout the journey.

Many people also find strength in faith, prayer, and spiritual support during difficult times. No matter one’s religious background, holding on to hope, prayer, positive thoughts, and the support of others can bring comfort and strength

Ask your doctor

Living in myeloma have to take one step at a time and you are not alone.
Wishing your husband strength, healing, and better days ahead.
Thank you
💪🩸🙏
MohdSukor

March 13
A MyMyelomaTeam Member

My husband will be 75 next month. He has stage 3 MM. He also only has one kidney.
Prayer is what helps me get through life.

March 13 (edited)
A MyMyelomaTeam Member

My Prayers are with you both

March 15
A MyMyelomaTeam Member

Thank you JoyLagasse, we really appreciate your thoughts and prayers 🙏. Poor guy just cant catch a break. We have our faith in the Lord which helps us get through all this
Thank you again
His wife Judy

March 14
A MyMyelomaTeam Member

Judy, you and your husband are in my thoughts and prayers. Please keep us up to date on how he (and you!) are doing.

March 13

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