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What wud be symptoms to check for growing or affected infections, while suffering with MM and on remission?

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Mumbai, India
May 16
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I’ve had Covid since I’ve been diagnosed. With having Kappa Light chain with a 1q gain- my dr said if I have a cold for more than 3 days ( congestion, stuffy running nose) go to my GP Dr. Fortunately- that is all I’ve had since being diagnosed. I have never had pneumonia or any lung problems but that is where my type of MM makes my lungs vulnerable. I am blessed to be doing as well as I am!

May 18
A MyMyelomaTeam Member

Get your Inflammation Markers of B2M, LDH, CRP, TSH, and Ferritin and Vit D (needs to be 80ng to 100ng w/ 60ng minimum), added to your Standard Labs of CBCs, CMP, Igs, K/L, etc.

May 16 (edited)
MyMyelomaTeam

Even during remission, staying alert to signs of infection is really important. Myeloma and its treatments can suppress the immune system, making it harder to fight off bugs — so catching infections early matters a lot.

Here are the key symptoms to watch for:

- Fever
- Chills followed by sweating
- Sore throat
- Shortness Show Full Answer

Even during remission, staying alert to signs of infection is really important. Myeloma and its treatments can suppress the immune system, making it harder to fight off bugs — so catching infections early matters a lot.

Here are the key symptoms to watch for:

- Fever
- Chills followed by sweating
- Sore throat
- Shortness of breath or a new cough
- New areas of redness, tenderness, or swelling
- Pain or burning when urinating
- Yellowish discharge or pus
- White patches or sores in the mouth
- New abdominal pain If you're unable to keep fluids down, or you develop a fever with shaking and chills, contact your healthcare team right away — don't wait it out.

It's also worth knowing that people with myeloma are significantly more vulnerable to certain types of infections, including:

- Respiratory infections
- Urinary infections
- Fungal infections like thrush
- Gastrointestinal infections
- Viral infections, including shingles reactivation

When in doubt, reach out to your oncology team. It's always better to check and be reassured than to wait on something that needs attention.

May 16
A MyMyelomaTeam Member

Skin infection for itch rash on thigh legs do not scratch is wash with antiseptic wach..

May 20
A MyMyelomaTeam Member

Blood numbers ; increase white blood cells, specific types ( eson a p h i l s, etc.)

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