Hi Clara it sounds like fluid retention which is fairly common with a steroid mix.I have had it quite a lot , you need to get a prescription for diuretics tomorrow and get your dad to elevate his ankles and drink plenty .It does go down fairly quickly , not sure about the rash best check it out tomorrowIf the rash gets worse have you got the ward…[Read more]

Haha Roz this one cracked me up very clever thankyou for the giggle .How are you getting on ? I hope you get to spend time with your daughter and granchild , children make the world a much better place dont they love Bridget x

Hi Andy I would definitely reccomend going for the sct ,it is worth the chance of at least a lengthy remission from heavy duty treatment and more people seem to getting complete remission lately too . As Gill suggested talk it over with your consultant as to whether you can delay , most treatment plans are worked with you so tell them of your…[Read more]

Hi Ruth so sorry to hear your husband is having a rough time . It takes a bit of time for everything to take effect and for the doctors to get test results to help them understand the best treatment .I agree with advice you have had dont delay in phoning the specialist nurse or even the consultants secretary if the pain is bad , its only by…[Read more]

Hi Min thankyou these made me laugh out loud ,just what I needed . Hard to believe we put our trust in doctors though!! loive Bridget x

Hi Tanya its fairly common to have bone pain with myeloma , for this its log term pain relief The bone strengthening infusions such as Parmidronate or Zometa do help pain as well I take slow release morphine tablets twice a day which works well for me .There are also patches which release a controlled dose over 24 or 48 hours .If the pain killers…[Read more]

Hi Keith it does sound as if it could be neuropathy I am sure the hospital wil put your mind at rest though It must be very frustrating though and not pleasant I hope it goes soon love Bridget

Hi Sarah you will get loads of suggestions for this one .Heres a couple ofcan think of , a packet of moist toilet tissue wipes ( hospital loo paper is not nice when you have to keep going!),a pillow if the hospital allows it best to check,perhaps a digital photo frame with pictures to keep your mum cheerful, a radio If your mum enjoys reading an…[Read more]

Hi Roz lovely to hear from you love Bridget x

Hi Tanya glad to hear your dad isnt doing too bad Low platelets and blood counts are typical with these drugs and easily remedied so dont worry .I am so shocked they havent given him proper pain relief nobody should have to put up with painWhen I see my doctors pain relief is the first thing they ask about and others have the same treatment so…[Read more]

Hi David you have started something with this game!! My husband is now a total addict who is dtermined to get the maximum score !If only I had paid attention in geography lessons I might have a chance of beating him love Bridget x

Hi Clara I am so glad things have got off to a good start and I hope your dad continues to feel fighting fit for a long time . As long as he doesnt feel he has to keep going through the tired times and rests when he needs to he should do fine It must be a relief for you to see him doing so well love Bridget x

Hi Jet interesting topic I must admit its not something I am prepared to take a risk with Nothing I have read so far has convinced me that using herbal remedies alone could deal with cancer , if that were the case it would have been proved beyond doubt a long time ago . Vitamin supplements to deal with by-products of cancer have been useful for…[Read more]

Hi Min congratulations you must be walking on air!! I have had to give a few presentations in my work so I know how scary it is , you should be very proud of yourself . I hope to get to an info day soon I could use some inspiration at the moment !!My neutrophils are rock bottom too and I have a blood test Monday to determine whether I can take…[Read more]

Dear Gaye I am glad you have finished your rt now I hope you start to feel the benefit very soon . I have been feeling a bit blue myself lately and I am hoping the lighter days and spring weather will make us both feel happier . I hope you have a lovely pain free weekend love Bridget x

Hi Sandra thanks for making me giggle today !!From another oompah-loompah who also has the round face , awful pot belly and stumpy legs !! Shame we dont all live closer we could put on a very authentic production of the show !! Seriously I hope its not getting you down too much sometimes it depresses me more than others( usually when I try to…[Read more]

Hi girls this is certainly a hot topic and I agree bras are a painBut now that I am the size of a house it is actually just as uncomfortable to go without, oh for the days when my nickname was ironing-board!! It has added to the image of militant mmers marching in protest –bra-less and hobbling !! love Bridget x

Hi and welcome sorry you have had to join us but you have found the right place for info and support It sounds as if you have a good medical team looking after you which helps a lot if you have confidence in them It does get easier as begin treatment and get to know the ins and outs of various treatments but I remember how confused I was initially…[Read more]

Hi Eve I am glad you find this site helpful ,I know its a lifeline for me .You didnt say how long your partner has been diagnosed but if it wasnt long ago you are bound to still be in shock and trying to come to terms with such a life changing illness But it does get better , life may be different than before but nothing stays the same forever. It…[Read more]

Hi Ruth what an awful shock for you no wonder you feel frightened and alone .If I were you I would avoid searching the internet for information as a lot of whats out there is out of date and can be frightening .I agree with Jet the specialist nurses are great and very easy to talk to If you dont feel thats right you can ring the info line on this…[Read more]