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The VA Has 'accepted' That Ed's MM Came From Agent Orange Exposure. We'd Like To To Hear From Others With That Diagnosis.

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Leyden, MA
January 8
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A MyMyelomaTeam Member

Yes! He deserves compensation

January 11
A MyMyelomaTeam Member

He is receiving compensation. He wouldn't speak to a VA Rep, at first. But when I retired and costs were going to be out of our reach, he relented. Probably will save us in the end!

January 10
A MyMyelomaTeam Member

I hope Ed gets some compensation. I appreciate his service. I'm sorry this happened to him.

January 10
A MyMyelomaTeam Member

Agent Orange exposure has been linked to an increased risk of developing multiple myeloma, particularly through its connection to MGUS, a precursor condition. Veterans exposed to Agent Orange are more than 11 times more likely to develop myeloma if they had MGUS. The VA provides benefits, including disability payments and Show Full Answer

Agent Orange exposure has been linked to an increased risk of developing multiple myeloma, particularly through its connection to MGUS, a precursor condition. Veterans exposed to Agent Orange are more than 11 times more likely to develop myeloma if they had MGUS. The VA provides benefits, including disability payments and free exams, for veterans with myeloma linked to Agent Orange. Connecting with support groups or other veterans through platforms like MyMyelomaTeam may help.

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