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Fatigue is very common with myeloma, and yes — it can persist even when you're not actively on treatment. The disease itself, along with its effects on the body, can leave you feeling drained on a regular basis.

Daily napping is something many people with myeloma experience. Here's what MyMyelomaTeam members have shared:

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Fatigue is very common with myeloma, and yes — it can persist even when you're not actively on treatment. The disease itself, along with its effects on the body, can leave you feeling drained on a regular basis.

Daily napping is something many people with myeloma experience. Here's what MyMyelomaTeam members have shared:

- "I battle fatigue all the time and am forced to take short naps during the day."
- "I take naps throughout the day and sleep at night for three or four hours."
- "I try to stay on a schedule of activities every day. I take little cat naps in between activities."

You're definitely not alone in this. That said, it's worth mentioning your fatigue to your doctor, especially since it's been ongoing. They can check whether something treatable — like low red blood cell levels — might be contributing to how tired you feel.

In the meantime, a few things that may help manage fatigue include:

- Keeping a consistent sleep and wake schedule
- Getting some light physical activity, like walking
- Limiting long daytime naps so they don't disrupt nighttime sleep
- Staying well hydrated
- Eating well with plenty of fruits and vegetables

Small changes can sometimes make a real difference in energy levels day to day.

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