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Information and support for people affected by myeloma, including how it is diagnosed, treatments you might have, and possible side effects.

About myeloma

About myeloma

A haematology doctor specialising in myeloma talks about what myeloma is, the symptoms and how it is treated.

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A haematology doctor specialising in myeloma talks about what myeloma is, the symptoms and how it is treated.

About our cancer information videos

What is myeloma?

Myeloma is a cancer of plasma cells in the bone marrow. Plasma cells are a type of white blood cell.

Understanding myeloma

and what it is
Diagnosing

symptoms, causes and risk factors of myeloma
Organising

the practical, work and financial side
Treating

myeloma and what to expect
Coping

with and after treatment for myeloma
Resources

and publications to order, download and print

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janef123 replied to Not knowing how long will I live

I had my first auto SCT in February this year and went through the process relatively easily. By day 37 I felt a great deal better...

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greg777 replied to Not knowing how long will I live

Hi Steve, After the auto, I would say it was 3 months before I started feeling like myself again. With an SCT, it is like pressing...

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CBSteve replied to Not knowing how long will I live

Seeing as you're post SCT ,Gregg,any ball park figure time wise when you felt your immune system was back up and running? I should...

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