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Should you ask your doctor about switching medications due to peripheral neuropathy (PN) from Velcade? That's a really important conversation to have, and yes — bringing it up with your doctor is absolutely the right move.

Peripheral neuropathy affects around 75% of people with myeloma during treatment, so you're far from Show Full Answer

Should you ask your doctor about switching medications due to peripheral neuropathy (PN) from Velcade? That's a really important conversation to have, and yes — bringing it up with your doctor is absolutely the right move.

Peripheral neuropathy affects around 75% of people with myeloma during treatment, so you're far from alone in dealing with this. When talking to your doctor, it's worth discussing all available options, which may include:

- Switching or adjusting your treatment — your doctor can assess whether an alternative is appropriate for your situation
- Prescription medications — antidepressants, anticonvulsants, or pain medications can help manage PN symptoms
- Over-the-counter options — Tylenol or topical creams like lidocaine may help with mild-to-moderate pain (avoid NSAIDs like ibuprofen, as they can increase kidney damage risk with myeloma)
- B vitamins — some MyMyelomaTeam members have found B complex vitamins helpful for neuropathy symptoms
- Complementary therapies — acupuncture, massage, and foot massagers have provided relief for some members
- Supportive footwear — orthopedic shoes designed for neuropathy have helped many people stay comfortable One important caution — neuropathy can sometimes be long-lasting, so reporting symptoms to your doctor early and tracking any worsening is really important. The sooner it's addressed, the better the chances of managing it effectively.

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Managing Peripheral Neuropathy in Myeloma