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Bone Pain Reason For It And What Can Be Done.

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Massachusetts
April 27
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Myeloma causes our bones to release osteoclasts that breaks them down causing weakened bones that are painful and can fracture easily. Getting our myeloma under control, weight bearing exercises, and bisphosphonates can help. I had bone surveys, PET scans and bone density tests to evaluate my bones.

April 27
A MyMyelomaTeam Member

Maybe MM related. Check with your MM Specialist for possible scans. I have pain and my scans are clear. I asked my Specialist what she will do about pain. She said she would send me to a pain management specialist.
Paula🌹

April 27
A MyMyelomaTeam Member

I would think it’s MM ravaging the bone in question and chemo is needed to quell it. In my case all pain is gone and all MM is gone, for now.

April 27
A MyMyelomaTeam Member

Bone pain in multiple myeloma is primarily caused by bone lesions and damage. Here’s a detailed explanation:

1. **Cause of Bone Pain:**
- **Bone Lesions and Damage:** Multiple myeloma leads to the formation of osteolytic lesions, which are areas where the bone has been weakened or destroyed by the cancer cells. This Show Full Answer

Bone pain in multiple myeloma is primarily caused by bone lesions and damage. Here’s a detailed explanation:

1. **Cause of Bone Pain:**
- **Bone Lesions and Damage:** Multiple myeloma leads to the formation of osteolytic lesions, which are areas where the bone has been weakened or destroyed by the cancer cells. This weakening can result in fractures and significant pain.

2. **Management and Treatment Options:**
- **Radiation Therapy:** This can be used to target specific painful lesions, providing relief by reducing the size of the lesions.
- **Surgical Interventions:** Procedures like kyphoplasty may be considered, especially in cases of vertebral compression fractures. This minimally invasive surgery involves the injection of bone cement to stabilize and strengthen the affected bone.
- **Medications:**
- **Bisphosphonates:** These drugs help prevent bone loss, reduce bone pain, and decrease the risk of fractures.
- **Pain Relievers:** Depending on the severity, analgesics (pain relievers) including opioids may be prescribed. However, they must be used cautiously due to potential side effects like constipation and the risk of dependence.

These treatments aim not only to manage pain but also to improve quality of life by addressing the underlying bone damage caused by multiple myeloma.

April 27

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