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Does Alcohol Affect Multiple Myeloma

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Marble Falls, TX
July 27
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Please don’t smoke or drink your bodies just can’t handle that and mm.

July 29
A MyMyelomaTeam Member

Yes, alcohol can affect multiple myeloma in several ways:

- Worsening Symptoms: Alcohol can exacerbate symptoms like pain, impaired kidney function, fatigue, and infections
- Blood Cells and Bone Marrow: Alcohol can have toxic effects on bone marrow, reducing the production of red blood cells, white blood cells, and Show Full Answer

Yes, alcohol can affect multiple myeloma in several ways:

- Worsening Symptoms: Alcohol can exacerbate symptoms like pain, impaired kidney function, fatigue, and infections.
- Blood Cells and Bone Marrow: Alcohol can have toxic effects on bone marrow, reducing the production of red blood cells, white blood cells, and platelets.
- Chronic Conditions and Other Cancers: Heavy drinking increases the risk of chronic conditions and other cancers.
- Treatment Interference: Alcohol may interfere with treatments like chemotherapy and worsen side effects.

Always consult with your oncologist about alcohol consumption.

July 27

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