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Hello

by Packman on Sat Oct 17, 2015 2:55 am

Just diagnosed today ... a lot to learn :D

Packman
Name: Brent Packman
Who do you know with myeloma?: Brent Packman
When were you/they diagnosed?: October 15,2015
Age at diagnosis: 72

Re: Hello

by Little Monkey on Sat Oct 17, 2015 8:29 am

Sorry to hear Brent,

This is good place to learn about myeloma and the treatments used to control it.

Little Monkey
Name: Little Monkey
Who do you know with myeloma?: Father-stage 1 multiple myeloma
When were you/they diagnosed?: March/April of 2015

Re: Hello

by lrankin on Sat Oct 17, 2015 4:40 pm

I echo Little Monkey. This forum has been invaluable as I try to understand my husband's journey and treatment options. Usually, I can search and find helpful posts for my questions or concerns.

Advice - While you may meet with a hematologist, also find a myeloma specialist you can see, as well. Even if you have to drive a couple hours to see the specialist.

Also, find a myeloma support group in your area.

I hope these few beginning tips are useful.

lrankin

Re: Hello

by Packman on Sun Feb 07, 2016 6:23 am

Chest pain. Velcade once a week. Goes away eventually.

Packman
Name: Brent Packman
Who do you know with myeloma?: Brent Packman
When were you/they diagnosed?: October 15,2015
Age at diagnosis: 72

Re: Hello

by TerryH on Sun Feb 07, 2016 8:50 am

Packman wrote:
Chest pain. Velcade once a week. Goes away eventually.

Very Zen. Cool. But not very helpful. For you. Or for others.

TerryH

Re: Hello

by Gary D on Sun Feb 07, 2016 9:24 am

Hi Packman,

Welcome to the forum. I wish you the best as you contend with this disease.

Gary

Gary D
Name: Gary D
Who do you know with myeloma?: Myself
When were you/they diagnosed?: April 2015
Age at diagnosis: 67


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