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No, unfortunately. Myeloma treatments often make fatigue worse. It's something we all deal with.
The physical pain I am currently experiencing shifts to different parts of my body—sometimes the buttocks, hands, arms, or shoulder blades—and I believe it is muscular in origin. I consulted a palliative care specialist who simply prescribed painkillers without investigating the matter further. I would like to know the cause of such intense muscle pain: what tests should be performed to determine the underlying issue? I also feel almost constant pain in my spine and right femur; I was referred to a bone specialist, but they only prescribed more painkillers instead of offering a real solution. Regarding the transplant, I am unsure what my physical condition would be afterward, given my current state.
Great question! The relationship between myeloma treatment and fatigue is a bit of a mixed bag — treatment can both cause and relieve fatigue, depending on where things are at.
When myeloma is active, the disease itself is a major driver of fatigue. As treatment starts working and myeloma comes under better control, many Show Full Answer
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