Infopack for living well with myeloma

This Infopack has been written for people living with myeloma. Family, friends and carers may also find it helpful to read. It includes tips and information to help you navigate the emotional and practical challenges a myeloma diagnosis may bring.  

This Infopack covers key topics that people living with myeloma have told us are important to them, such as: 

• How to cope with symptoms and side effects of treatment
• Your moods and emotions
• Relationships with others
• Sex and intimacy
• Fertility
• Diet and exercise
• Work, finances and benefits
• Travelling when you have myeloma
• How to cope if you live alone

Key points you can read about in this Infopack include: 

• A myeloma diagnosis can affect your moods and emotions in different ways at different times. There is no right or wrong way to feel
• It is important to care for yourself emotionally and to continue to enjoy the things that matter to you
• Eating a healthy balanced diet and doing regular gentle exercise has many benefits
• You can openly discuss your sexual wellbeing with your healthcare team – they are used to discussing the subject, but may not bring it up unless you do
• There are organisations who can give expert financial advice
• Avoid isolation by connecting to support networks, and accessing support from your key worker, healthcare team, Myeloma UK and others

The Infopack can be read at any point following a myeloma diagnosis. It has been designed to be easy to read, with clear sections on each topic, helping you find information as and when you need it.

Click ‘Download’ to view the Infopack for living well with myeloma. Order your free physical copy online or by phoning Myeloma UK.

Infopack for living well with myeloma

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