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A MyMyelomaTeam Member asked a question 💭

did any of u friends had reaction from darzalex faspro, or from platelet transfusion? if yess ,
whats the reactions? thanks

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I had drop in platelets to 50 after first darzalex along with major fatigue, nausea, loss of appetite. Waited 2 weeks and got second darzalex after blood builder shot. Platelets etc improved. We will… read more

Low Platelets
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For the first time in almost 8 years on Revlimid; I have low platelets. Has anyone been able to raise them up with diet?

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Thank you for your response to my ?, Eddie & your info, it was helpful !!

Low Rbc
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Does anyone get low RBC,hemoglobin and platlets from treatment or just in General? What does your doctor do?

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I had a couple of transfusions of platlets when I had my transplant but not since. This year I am on new meds. Once my platelets were too low and the doctor just skipped the treatment so they could… read more

Autologous Stem Cell Transplant Question?
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I am in the process of getting an Autologous SCT. I have to admit it's been a bigger life event than I expected. Currently I am on Day 9-since stem cell infusion. Fortunately-a lot of the side effects from chemo-like diarrhea and muscle aches, etc. have greatly reduced. I am of course still very tired and dizzy at times ( related to low BP) My WBC count seems to be very slowly creeping up-now at .26-and am getting Neupogen shots. My red blood cells are on the low side-but not to serious and… read more

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My feelings exactly! I have enough cell for another one if I need. So far doing great! I did change Alittle how I eat. I try to eat lots of fruit and veg foods that are chemical free. I know they said… read more

Any Suggestions For Someone Who Has An Upset Stomach When He's Getting Transfusions?
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The gentleman is in the process of diagnosis but appears to possibly be a blood cancer. They are giving him transfusions because of his bloodwork numbers. Transfusions didn't make me sick so I'm not a lot of help.

A MyMyelomaTeam Member

I have been told that marijuana works well for pain,nausea,and sleep

How Do I Know What Stage Of Cancer I Am In?
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A MyMyelomaTeam Member

Ileen you have nothing too lose by getting a second opinion and just like everything else there are good and bad Oncologists and you just happened too get a crappy one.

What Is Prognosis When Diagnosed With AL Light Chain Or Amylodious ???
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I am recently diagnosed with amlyodosis and multiple Myloma. I have no idea the prognosis. I am treated with Dexamethasome,Cytoxan,Velcade,and Darzalex Faspro every Thursday, I have had 4 treatments

Do Anyone Have Problem With Their Iron ?
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I had about 15 blood transfusions the first year I was diagnosed. None since transplant. Thank the Lord🙏

Do You Have A Plasmacytoma?
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How was it diagnosed and did you have treatment.

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I was having mid back pain for months thinking it was my back and because of COVID testing was delayed and initial X-ray missed the area Long story short after blood work indicated Mm my insurance… read more

I Am Approaching Time For My Stem Cell Transplant…would Love To Hear How That Went From Anyone Who Has Had One.
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I had my SCT in May of 2021. They do harvest the stem cells from a temporary catheter in your neck vein (not artery).It took 3 days to get enough for me. You stay close to the hospital for that . Then… read more