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Just Started Taking Lenalidomide 10mg As Maintenance Therapy After SCT. After 3 Days, Have Developed A Body Itch. Has Anyone Else Experience

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Darien, IL
June 9
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Elaine it is pretty common. Ask your health care team about antihistamines, creams etc.

June 9
A MyMyelomaTeam Member

Yes, itchiness can be a side effect of lenalidomide (Revlimid), which is commonly used in maintenance therapy for multiple myeloma. Here are some steps you can take:

- Report to Your Oncologist: Inform your healthcare team about the itching. They may adjust your dosage or suggest alternative treatments
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Yes, itchiness can be a side effect of lenalidomide (Revlimid), which is commonly used in maintenance therapy for multiple myeloma. Here are some steps you can take:

- Report to Your Oncologist: Inform your healthcare team about the itching. They may adjust your dosage or suggest alternative treatments.
- At-Home Management: Use anti-itch creams, avoid heat, and consider taking over-the-counter medications like Benadryl, but only after consulting with your healthcare provider.

Always coordinate with your healthcare team before trying any new treatments.

June 9

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