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What causes double vision in myeloma? There are several ways myeloma and its treatments can affect your eyes and vision.

Here are some of the key causes:

- Treatment side effects — Myeloma medications can cause eye problems, and being on a combination of treatments may mean multiple side effects at once
- Infections — Show Full Answer

What causes double vision in myeloma? There are several ways myeloma and its treatments can affect your eyes and vision.

Here are some of the key causes:

- Treatment side effects — Myeloma medications can cause eye problems, and being on a combination of treatments may mean multiple side effects at once
- Infections — Myeloma and its treatments lower white blood cell counts, making eye infections more likely
- Plasmacytomas — Myeloma cells can form tumors that grow in or around the eyes or optic nerve, potentially causing vision problems
- Hyperviscosity — Abnormal proteins can thicken the blood, blocking flow to the eyes and causing sudden or gradual vision changes
- Blood clots — Myeloma raises the risk of clots that can affect blood vessels leading to the eyes

Vision loss from hyperviscosity is usually temporary and can be treated with a procedure called plasmapheresis, which removes excess proteins from the blood. It's really important to contact your oncology team right away if you notice any new or worsening vision changes. Regular eye exams with an ophthalmologist who knows about your myeloma are also strongly recommended.

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