Seeking Advice on Cancer Treatment Regimens

I got diagnosed 5 months ago and I'm about to start treatment. My doctor mentioned bortezomib as an option. I'm trying to understand the different regimens like VCD, CyBorD, etc. Can anyone explain the differences in simple terms and which one worked best for them? Thanks

Seeking Advice on Thumb Pain with Multiple Myeloma Diagnosis

Hi everyone well been diagnosed with smoldering multiple myeloma in 2013.. have a blood test every 3 months since mri etc. My bones have gotten weaker my left thumb I can not bend it's so painfull for very long time. But I am waiting to hear back for my Ex ray to come back.. has anyone else have this happen to there thumb?

Seeking Advice on Multiple Myeloma Treatment Experience

I have recently been diagnosed with multiple myeloma with the main tumour around my pelvis. I have finished a phase of radiotherapy and now waiting to start my chemo. This is either going to be oral or sub-cut. Has anyone experienced anything like this? Anything to expect?

Concerns about Hereditary Risk of Multiple Myeloma

so my mom was diagnosed with Multiple Myeloma when she was 53. I'm getting close to that age myself and was wondering if there's any chance it could be hereditary. Do you know if it runs in families? And if it does, is there anything I can do to check if I'm at risk for it too?

Seeking Advice on Stem Cell Transplant for Multiple Myeloma

Hi everyone ! I'm 67 and just got diagnosed with multiple myeloma. I'm trying to decide if I should go for a stem cell transplant or not. My doctor says there are some new treatments out there, but I'm not sure. If anyone's been in the same boat, can you share your experience with or without a stem cell transplant? Thanks!

Navigating COVID with Multiple Myeloma: Vaccine Safety Concerns

I've recently been diagnosed with multiple myeloma and am trying to navigate the whole COVID situation. Is it safe for me to get the COVID vaccine?

Seeking Advice: Dietary Changes for Multiple Myeloma

Has anyone made specific dietary changes that have helped with Multiple Myeloma?

Seeking Advice: Balancing Teaching and Multiple Myeloma Treatment

I was recently diagnosed with MM, and as a teacher who is passionate about my job, I'm eager to know if anyone has been able to continue working while undergoing treatment. Balancing my profession with my health is important to me, and I'd appreciate hearing about others' experiences in managing this

Concerns about Immune System and Multiple Myeloma Diagnosis

Hi everyone, my brother was diagnosed with Multiple Myeloma at the age of 61. Is it possible that a weakened immune system can trigger this disease?

Dealing with Multiple Myeloma Diagnosis: Tips Needed

Got the news about multiple myeloma .how did you deal with the first days after finding out? Any tips for someone just starting ?

Struggling to Stay Positive After Wife's MM Diagnosis

my wife was recently diagnosed with MM, reading about it online is so hard, any tips on how to read about it without losing hope?

Recognizing the Early Signs of Multiple Myeloma

What were the first signs of Multiple Myeloma? Did anyone have symptoms that were initially overlooked or attributed to other causes?

Dealing with Back Pain in Remission: Seeking Advice

I'm in remission but I still have back pain

Seeking Advice for Multiple Myeloma Treatment Options

Just diagnosed with MM. I’m trying to figure out which treatment would be the best.

Living with Myeloma: Share Your Experience

How long have you been diagnosed with myeloma?