This last Friday marked the 19th anniversary from when I first presented with a broken back, and subsequent multiple myeloma diagnosis. It's been quite the ride since then, but it's always worthwhile! Hope to keep on keeping on.
Gary
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GaryH - Name: GaryH
- Who do you know with myeloma?: Myself
- When were you/they diagnosed?: Nov./97
- Age at diagnosis: 44
Re: 19th anniversary of multiple myeloma diagnosis
Excellent news. Congratulations! Good to hear such inspiring stories.
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Gala - Name: Gala
- Who do you know with myeloma?: sister, LgA-k
- When were you/they diagnosed?: December 2015
- Age at diagnosis: 48
Re: 19th anniversary of multiple myeloma diagnosis
Congratulations Gary! Love hearing of long-term survival. I was diagnosed 5 years ago and didn't think I would make it to my 50th birthday, but happily 2 months ago we did!
I'm sure it has not been easy. Nineteen years is amazing, truly inspirational. Thank you for sharing.
I'm sure it has not been easy. Nineteen years is amazing, truly inspirational. Thank you for sharing.
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hykergirl - Name: Hykergirl
- Who do you know with myeloma?: Myself
- When were you/they diagnosed?: 2012
- Age at diagnosis: 45
Re: 19th anniversary of multiple myeloma diagnosis
That's fantastic and inspiring. Congrats!
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Multibilly - Name: Multibilly
- Who do you know with myeloma?: Me
- When were you/they diagnosed?: Smoldering, Nov, 2012
Re: 19th anniversary of multiple myeloma diagnosis
Congratulations, Gary! What an amazing milestone! Your inspirational post gives us all such hope. 
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KarenaD - Name: Karen
- Who do you know with myeloma?: Myself
- When were you/they diagnosed?: November 4, 2015
- Age at diagnosis: 54
Re: 19th anniversary of multiple myeloma diagnosis
Congratulations, Gary! That's great to hear and very inspirational for us relative newcomers to the myeloma fraternity. Here's to your next 19 years!
Mike
Mike
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mikeb - Name: mikeb
- Who do you know with myeloma?: self
- When were you/they diagnosed?: 2009 (MGUS at that time)
- Age at diagnosis: 55
Re: 19th anniversary of multiple myeloma diagnosis
Congratulations. I'm sure you've seen many ups and downs in that long time, but what an inspiring and happy story.
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Mark Pouley - Name: Mark
- Who do you know with myeloma?: Self
- When were you/they diagnosed?: April 2015
- Age at diagnosis: 53
Re: 19th anniversary of multiple myeloma diagnosis
Congratulations Gary! Could you share with us any ideas as to what has helped you in this journey, perhaps year by year? Each of us is different, but we are all interested in living a relatively normal long life. Regards, Nancy
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Nancy Shamanna - Name: Nancy Shamanna
- Who do you know with myeloma?: Self and others too
- When were you/they diagnosed?: July 2009
Re: 19th anniversary of multiple myeloma diagnosis
I am sure all of us would appreciate the details of your treatment and any other precautions you may be taking.
I hope you have many, many returns of this anniversary.
K_Shash
I hope you have many, many returns of this anniversary.
K_Shash
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K_Shash - Name: K_Shash
- Who do you know with myeloma?: Self
- When were you/they diagnosed?: November 2014
- Age at diagnosis: 67
Re: 19th anniversary of multiple myeloma diagnosis
Great news Gary.
Being on the younger side for multiple myeloma, this is the news I need to hear. I've met several myeloma patients since I was diagnosed, including one who was 20 years into his journey, and another who was 17years into it. I get the impression it's all down to how your myeloma behaves itself.
I also have my stem cell transplant tomorrow. Will be pleased when that's behind me. Getting a bit stressed and worried now. I bet you remember that feeling back in the day of your multiple myeloma journey?
Thanks for the post.
Dean
Being on the younger side for multiple myeloma, this is the news I need to hear. I've met several myeloma patients since I was diagnosed, including one who was 20 years into his journey, and another who was 17years into it. I get the impression it's all down to how your myeloma behaves itself.
I also have my stem cell transplant tomorrow. Will be pleased when that's behind me. Getting a bit stressed and worried now. I bet you remember that feeling back in the day of your multiple myeloma journey?
Thanks for the post.
Dean
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Dean UK - Name: Dean
- Who do you know with myeloma?: Myself
- When were you/they diagnosed?: April 2016
- Age at diagnosis: 41
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