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How Do Diabetics Handle The Effects Of Dexametasone? My Husband Is Diabetic And The Dex Is Hard On His Diabetes
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A MyMyelomaTeam Member

Ask the pharmacist on your care team for advice🙏

posted May 8
I’d Like To Know If Anyone Has Had Post-CAR T Issues Similar To Mine.
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I had the CAR T procedure 6 months ago and it worked well for the MM. However, I’m still fatigued, have daily headaches, muscle aches/strain, and food doesn’t taste quite right. Has anyone else had these issues post CAR T? Thanks! Sue

Question Please; My GFR Blood Test Reads Low ( 55). Creatinine Is High ( 1.05 ).
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I would like to know what the '(CKD-EPI)', after the GFR means?
So my kidneys are trying to tell me something apparently and it could be many things, according to a search ( age, weight, activity etc ).
SO, should I be concerned? My blood tests from yesterday are just starting to be posted in my patient portal, so I don't know what the rest of the results are yet. I don't usually have a problem, kidney wise.

A MyMyelomaTeam Member

Thanks. I did buy a new rain coat. I bought vests from the thrift store.

posted 18 hours ago
Im Pretty Good Gonna Do Stem Cell Harvesting Wednesday And Thursday. Ill Let You Know How Itfels
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A MyMyelomaTeam Member

Sending up prayers for comfort, peace, fast healing, strength and remission for you. 🤗💖🙏

posted May 6
M Spike
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If information says there is an M spike in blood. What does that mean in terms of melanoma

A MyMyelomaTeam Member

Thank you. I am seeing my primary on the 15th and we have not discussed yet.This all occurred after a fall where I fractured my right hip & was hospitalized. I was anemic in hospital for a while but… read more

posted May 9
Autophagy, Fasting, And Disney +
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So, i was watching this Chris Hemsworth (Thor) hosted show called limitless on Disney+. They talked about a process (a byproduct of fasting) called autophagy. The body kills “zombie” cells or mutated cells. There’s no $$$ in fasting for pharma, and there’s not much incentive to do massive studies on diet/exercise. Has anyone seen their M-spike numbers drop due to autophagy? I have heard of some success on breast, colon, and Hodgkin Lymphoma cancer patients that did fasting for chemo… read more

A MyMyelomaTeam Member

I’m reading Dr Brandy’s book, “Beat Back Cancer Naturally “. Dr Brandy promotes this, but has so many other tips. It’s worth the read.
Paula 🌹

posted May 5
If Anyone Had CAR-T Please 🙏 Let Me Know How Long You Had To Be In And Out Of The Hospital And How Long Did It Take For You To Feel OK
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A MyMyelomaTeam Member

After receiving a CAR-T cell infusion for multiple myeloma, individuals often need to stay in the hospital for several weeks. This period allows doctors to monitor the effectiveness of the treatment… read more

posted May 4
Anyone Have Had The Car-T Treatment Yet? I Am Going To Have It In July.
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A MyMyelomaTeam Member

It's great that you're reaching out to connect with others about CAR-T cell therapy. While I can't provide direct experiences from individuals, I can share that many people have undergone this… read more

posted May 4
Experience With Stem Cell Transplant On Newly Diagnosed Patients?
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A MyMyelomaTeam Member

The context provided does not specifically mention experiences with stem cell transplants in newly diagnosed myeloma patients. However, it does discuss general aspects of stem cell transplants for… read more

posted May 4
How Did You Feel After Harvesting Of Stem Cells? I Have Had Issues With Aches And Pain, Intestinal Issues And Fatigue.
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I have what is considered high risk myeloma. I didn’t have enough stem cells from the first harvesting attempt of four days so was sent home for two weeks of “rest”.

A MyMyelomaTeam Member

No it's not just you!! Paul you will do fine with transplant. I refused growth factors like Zarxia and Neupogen after transplant. I got so sick from them at harvesting.

posted May 5