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Kay…just me again. I’m fascinated by your 80 mile bike ride.. I don’t want to keep repeating myself..but it’s been 2 weeks since my diagnosis..I guess I need to know how you’ve learned to cope mentally…as: 1. I think about it every day..2. Concerned about why I feel weak..low energy..and mentally stressed about it..I’ve heard/read that MGUS is asymptomatic …no symptoms..do you/did you have symptoms?? I have scheduled appointment with dietician next Thursday..to get a grasp on what I should and should not ear..I’ve cut back on sweets and boosted my exercise..just want to live a healthy life..your feedback is appreciated..thanks again for taking time out of your busy schedule…Bob

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My 80 mi rides were before I got covid and long covid last year; now mostly 30 mi and less, plus weights, walking, woodturning, and other escapes. My MGUS is asymptomatic, and my kappa/lambda are now fairly high (damn), but other things can influence energy levels. A big one is grieving and the associated stress, sleeplessness, and not knowing what will be slapping you around next. Give yourself some time to grieve; most people with MGUS will not get MM, but the possibility is hard. It is good that you are proactive in addressing the MGUS. Elevated kappa/lambda levels can also be caused or at least increased by other things, such as inflammation (in my case celiac and colitis), kidney disease (check your kidney bloodwork), and who knows what else. Symptoms of fatigue, joint pain, or other can also be tied to other factors.

Check.out Mediterranean diet information as well as cutting out hidden sugars and sugar substitutes whether with the dietician or on your own. Having a healthy gut microbiome helps with everything; decrease all sources of inflammation (e.g.sugars, processed & ultra processed foods).