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Can A Person Be In Remission Bit Still Getting Worse?

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Kingston, ON

My husband’s bloodwork is coming back well but he is sleeping a lot more (12-13 hours a day) and not feeling well. Has an appointment coming up but was looking for other’s thoughts and opinions. Many thanks

January 4
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A MyMyelomaTeam Member

Yes, thanks, that is my plan. I always go with a list!

January 6
A MyMyelomaTeam Member

Just thought I would update this from the appointment my husband had.
When we asked about him not feeling well, the doctor said that this is very common. The cancer, even though in remission, can cause people to not feel well. He said a lot of people describe it as flu like symptoms among other things. My husband concurred with this.
Doctor also said that some people have a harder time getting past feeling sick than others do. Obviously can affect people differently. Medication was also mentioned as having side affects that are unpleasant.
I just thought that his might be helpful for some people to be aware of.

January 10
A MyMyelomaTeam Member

Linda I would let the healthcare know that there has been a change in his sleeping habits and he feels unwell.

January 5
A MyMyelomaTeam Member

It's possible for someone to be in remission from multiple myeloma but still experience symptoms or side effects. Remission means the disease is under control, but treatments or lingering effects of the condition, like fatigue, anemia, or medication side effects, can still impact well-being. Increased sleep and not feeling Show Full Answer

It's possible for someone to be in remission from multiple myeloma but still experience symptoms or side effects. Remission means the disease is under control, but treatments or lingering effects of the condition, like fatigue, anemia, or medication side effects, can still impact well-being. Increased sleep and not feeling well could also signal other issues. It's great that he has an appointment coming up—be sure to share these concerns with his doctor.

January 4

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