The Man in the Arena: Surviving Multiple Myeloma Since 1992

By Patient007

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When diagnosed with stage 3 myeloma in 1992, I decided to fight.
4 stem cell transplants, secondary cancer, many clinical trials, and second opinions later, and I remain active, exercising daily. Not easy, but it is possible. Stay strong, keep making plans.

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Katelynn Bauer Moderator & Contributor
Hi <inline-mention username="Patient007" user-id="3644978"/> thank you for sharing your story with us! I think your words might be able to give some hope to others. 😀 Warm wishes, Katelynn (Team Member) 
1. Ronni Gordon Contributor
 <inline-mention username="Patient007" user-id="3644978"/> I love Dr. Richardson! He took care of me on a rotation when I was in the hospital for three and a half months after my last transplant. I actually wrote a post about it. I was diagnosed in 2003. Here's what I wrote about him: https://blood-cancer.com/living/no-ego 
2. Katelynn Bauer Moderator & Contributor
 <inline-mention username="Patient007" user-id="3644978"/> I remember reading your username and wondering if there was a link between the two lol. You're more then welcome to share your story on our stories tab in the community! <a href='https://blood-cancer.com/stories' target='_blank'>https://blood-cancer.com/stories</a>
Patient007 Member
Ronni, your post perfectly describes Paul Richardson. He is a treasure and unassuming, attributing his many honors to his team. When my wife and I virtually share our 29+ year myeloma survival experiences, I describe one of Paul’s acts of kindness that helped be get through 75 days in the UH of Cleveland transplant unit. This and more are the subject of my book, the profits go to charities. It’s called The Man in the Arena: Surviving Multiple Myeloma Since 1992. 
1. Ronni Gordon Contributor
 <inline-mention username="Patient007" user-id="3644978"/> Thanks! I'm trying to remember if I sent it to him. I think maybe not! If you have his direct email I would send it to him and ask if his ears were burning because we were both talking about him.
2. Patient007 Member
 <inline-mention username="Ronni Gordon" user-id="3651931"/> If you email me, I’ll send Paul’s email. Jim.bond48@gmail.com
Daniel Malito Moderator
<inline-mention username="Patient007" user-id="3644978"/> Short and sweet, I love it. It's uncomplicated good advice you give. I know personally that the lessons you share didn't come easy, you aren't alone in that, but if we can share and help one person make it a little easier, it's worth it. Thanks for taking the time and remember, we are here if you need anything! Keep on keepin' on, DPM
Amanda Brunson Moderator & Contributor
This came at the right time for me just the encouragement I needed thank you for this!🧡🐼✨ no matter what your going through if there’s a will there’s a way! 🥊🥊💪🏾👊🏾 💥 Amanda💜team member! Let’s do this!!! 💃🏾
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1. Dennis Golden Moderator
 best to send a note to contact@healthunion.com and ask how best to proceed.
CommunityMember630 Member
I was diagnosed with MM in 2005 at the age of 41 years old. I was in Stage 3 and had kidney damage to the point I was on Dialysis for 5 weeks after SCT. I have only had 1 SCT and it has been 17 years in September. I am truly blessed.. I go for check-ups every 6 months and get IV fluids once a month to help with dehydration