Starting treatment…

I’ve got myeloma which isn’t active enough yet to need treating but ithas an rare side effect of depositing crystalline deposits in my corneas so I am struggling with my visual acuity. 


My corneal consultant and haematologist have decided to start me on four courses of chemo followed by a stem cell transplant then two further courses of chemo in the hope of clearing my corneas and halting any progression of the myeloma for awhile.

Not really looking forward to either the chemo or the transplant…especially the weeks in hospital needing to be kept in isolation. 

  • Hello Meliagante and welcome to Cancer Chat,

    I can imagine that your treatment plan would feel a bit daunting. I do hope that joining the forum will be a way to get things off your chest and a way to connect with others in a similar situation. If you'd like guidance around the process of chemotherapy and stem cell transplant for myeloma, you can refer to the information on our website anytime. Your medical team are there to support you during your treatment and don't be afraid to lean on loved ones when you need to. It can help to talk through things you are apprehensive about and do look after after yourself and your wellbeing.

    I hope this helps in some way,

    Moderator Anastasia