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Is Anyone Else Dealing With Kidney Failure Too N If So How R U Dealing With It.. Bc I'm Struggling

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Texas City, TX
July 21, 2024
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Very common with MM. I was hospitalized for 7 weeks trying to get it under control. Wishing you the best of luck πŸ™πŸ™

July 21, 2024
A MyMyelomaTeam Member

Kidney failure is indeed a common issue among people living with multiple myeloma. As many as half of individuals with multiple myeloma experience problems with renal function, and approximately 10 percent develop kidney failure so severe that it requires dialysis. Symptoms can include itching, changes in urination Show Full Answer

Kidney failure is indeed a common issue among people living with multiple myeloma. As many as half of individuals with multiple myeloma experience problems with renal function, and approximately 10 percent develop kidney failure so severe that it requires dialysis. Symptoms can include itching, changes in urination frequency, and weakness. It's important to discuss your concerns with your healthcare team, as they can help you find strategies to manage your kidney function. Additionally, connecting with others on platforms like MyMyelomaTeam can provide support and shared experiences.

July 21, 2024
A MyMyelomaTeam Member

I have to wear a depends because I pee so often and I don’t always have enough time to make it and it’s a royal pain in the ass. I must walk 10 miles a day going to the bathroom. There are days when I think maybe I should just get a catheter instead. I have never asked about if they can do anything about it but I will definitely do that.

July 21, 2024
A MyMyelomaTeam Member

Christina, When it was found I had MM my kidneys had failed. I was put on dialysis while in the hospital for a couple of weeks, then moved to a live-in rehab center for another couple of weeks. When I went home I stayed on dialysis 3 times per week for several months. My kidneys gradually improved to stage 4 and I managed to get off of dialysis. I am still GFR 26 very close to needing dialysis permanently. I sympathize with the pain. On top of kidney pain I have multiple fractured vertebrae that cause pain every day. Can you get a kidney transplant? Keep fighting as best you can. You are in my prayers.

July 21, 2024
A MyMyelomaTeam Member

Yea I'm stage 5 my number erst were over 10 now they 6.34 but still stage 5 so idk make my life really hard .n my back pain is bad. I had to have 3 blood transfusions since March of this yr now I get a shot every week to keep. Y blood producing. No fun

July 21, 2024

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