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How Long Can You Live With Multiple Myeloma

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Worthington, WV
3 days ago
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I agree, no one knows what awaits any of us, especially our drs. If your Dr tells you, that you only have x amount of time, my opinion, get another Dr.

I was diagnosed in 1992 and relapsed in 1996, my dr in 1996 told me, that I had less than a year- I got a new dr- and I’m still here, more than 30 years.

Don’t give up the good fight.

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A MyMyelomaTeam Member

I was diagnosed February 2021, relapsed fall of 2023, and now feeling my best since diagnosed. No one really knows when our expiration date is. I just do what I need to do by eating healthier, walking, and listening to my dr.

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A MyMyelomaTeam Member

My Dad lived 7 years back in 1999, I was diagnosed with MGUS in 2002 and Smoldering Multiple Myeloma in 2019.

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A MyMyelomaTeam Member

No one knows the answer to this question. I was diagnosed with high risk stage 3b myeloma January 20th, 2017. I'm still here😀

3 days ago
A MyMyelomaTeam Member

The prognosis for multiple myeloma varies based on several factors:

- Stage of Myeloma:
- Stage 1: Approximately 5 years
- Stage 2: Approximately 3.5 years
- Stage 3: Approximately 2.5 years

- Survival Rates
- The five-year relative survival rate in the U.S. is 59.8%.
- Early-stage diagnosis improves survival read more

The prognosis for multiple myeloma varies based on several factors:

- Stage of Myeloma:
- Stage 1: Approximately 5 years
- Stage 2: Approximately 3.5 years
- Stage 3: Approximately 2.5 years

- Survival Rates:
- The five-year relative survival rate in the U.S. is 59.8%.
- Early-stage diagnosis improves survival rates.

- Other Factors:
- Age, general health, and response to treatment.
- New treatments have improved survival rates, with some people living up to or beyond 20 years.

For personalized prognosis, consult your doctor.

 This AI-generated response comes from MyMyelomaTeam and other selected sources. It is not a substitute for medical advice. Always ask your doctor about specific health concerns.

Multiple Myeloma Prognosis: Survival Rates, Light Chain, and More Factors | MyMyelomaTeam
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