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Velcade Injection For Maintenance

A MyMyelomaTeam Member asked a question 💭
Asheville, NC

I’m 10mos post SCT and getting Velcade injections bi-weekly for maintenance. The injection site gets very red & itchy. Has anyone found a method to stop the itch ??thx

May 6, 2023
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A MyMyelomaTeam Member

I used an ice pack for 15 minutes after injection.
I also used a combination of coconut oil and hydrocortisone cream

August 12, 2023
A MyMyelomaTeam Member

Yes apply ice pack it helps

August 10, 2023
A MyMyelomaTeam Member

Just Google the Beers list of inappropriate medications. Cleveland clinic has the list😉

August 5, 2023
A MyMyelomaTeam Member

Then go on the internet and buy some Sarna. It worked better than any others we tried. Use it often.
Paula

May 6, 2023
A MyMyelomaTeam Member

I used a small ice pack for about 15 min afterwards.

May 6, 2023

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