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Great question to bring to your oncologist on July 14th! A slightly elevated thyroid level after a stem cell transplant is worth paying attention to, and yes — there is a known connection.

Lenalidomide (Revlimid), which is commonly used in myeloma treatment, has been linked to thyroid changes, including an underactive Show Full Answer

Great question to bring to your oncologist on July 14th! A slightly elevated thyroid level after a stem cell transplant is worth paying attention to, and yes — there is a known connection.

Lenalidomide (Revlimid), which is commonly used in myeloma treatment, has been linked to thyroid changes, including an underactive thyroid. Thyroid issues can also be a longer-term effect of stem cell transplants due to the impact on hormones and the body's recovery process. Here are some helpful questions to add to your list for July 14th:

- Could my transplant or myeloma medications be affecting my thyroid levels?
- Should I see an endocrinologist or will you monitor this?
- How often should my thyroid be checked going forward?
- Are there any symptoms I should watch for in the meantime?

Other MyMyelomaTeam members have noted similar experiences with unexpected lab changes post-transplant, so you're definitely not alone in navigating this. Your oncologist will be best placed to connect the dots with your full treatment history.

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