I am a relative newbie. My MGUS was discovered quite accidentally over a year ago. I was rear ended while driving and had some neck pain. A CT showed a lesion at C2, some artery blockage and multiple nodules on my thyroid. Routine bloodwork was normal but further investigation revealed that pesky M protein in my blood. It was not found in my urine.
The “lesion” turned out to be arthritis. The nodules turned out to be benign, and the blockage was not significant enough to cause hand wringing. I was referred to the local Cancer Center, CARTI, to see a HEM/ONC doc. His diagnosis was monoclonal IgA Kappa.
I am seen every quarter, this time he scheduled me 4 months out.
My numbers have been relatively stable.
I have type 2 Diabetes. A1C of 6.4. Pretty well controlled by Metformin. I feel good. A little less active physically since I retired last March at nearly 70.
I try not to dwell on the “what ifs” and concentrate on things over which I have some control. Right now I’m fortifying my resolve to take all the left-over holiday candy to the little food pantry. 🙂 Don’t worry…I’ll take some healthy things too.
Best wishes to all for a wonderful New Year!

Patty