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@silversun welcome to the blood cancer and disorders group. I'm glad you found us. I have...

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Discussion: Does anyone else have MGUS?

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Posted: Mar 22, 2025

Agree that just addressing MGUS as soon as detected and eliminating it was my thought! I...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/1105991/

Discussion: Stopping Myeloma at the MGUS Stage

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Posted: Jul 15, 2024

I agree I was diagnosed several years ago also with MGUS and have been under the...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/1100067/

Discussion: Does anyone else have MGUS?

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Posted: Jul 6, 2024

To lynne76 I know how you feel. My MGUS was found in 2020. My nephrologist actually...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/786056/

Discussion: Does anyone else have MGUS?

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Posted: Dec 18, 2022

@tias we do have the best state in the union. Lived in Florida all my life...

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Discussion: MGUS Symptoms: What symptoms did you experience?

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Posted: Oct 28, 2025

@julestrip3 I had a knee replacement in 2018 and I have MGUS. I made the surgeon...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/1465810/

Discussion: Any concerns if you have MGUS and need joint replacement surgery?

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Posted: Dec 22, 2025

I am 79 with MGUS..father died of multiple myeloma. RBC is slightly lower..will be tested again...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/1149117/

Discussion: Does MGUS cause red blood cells (RBCs) to drop?

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Posted: Sep 29, 2024

I am 45 years old, and I was diagnosed with MGUS September of last year. At...

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Discussion: MGUS Symptoms: What symptoms did you experience?

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Posted: Apr 18, 2024

Hi @emurrell65, I know how worrisome it is to potentially have a new health diagnosis. As...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/830749/

Discussion: MGUS and quite high Free Kappa Light Chain and Kappa Lambda Ratio

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Posted: Mar 23, 2023

Thanks very much! I have MGUS however the emerging issue is consistently low IgG, IgA, IgM...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/815862/

Discussion: MGUS diet: Any tips on food to enjoy or prevent progression?

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Posted: Feb 23, 2023

I believe I’ve had MGUS since my 40’s. I was followed by a hematologist for two...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/1311772/

Discussion: People diagnosed with MGUS under 45

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Posted: May 24, 2025

My son age 49 has MGUS along with many other problems. He was diagnosed five years...

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Discussion: I have MGUS

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Posted: Jan 16, 2018

@sunsetchris you might check out this video regarding neuropathy and MGUS from The Mayo Clinic. It’s...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/1422445/

Discussion: MGUS Symptoms: What symptoms did you experience?

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Posted: Oct 24, 2025

So I was diagnosed with MGUS about 5 yrs ago and both my kappa and my...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/1222126/

Discussion: MGUS and quite high Free Kappa Light Chain and Kappa Lambda Ratio

Support Group: Blood Cancers & Disorders

Posted: Jan 26, 2025

You're welcome. There are many other reassuring and accurate videos on YouTube. Just be sure not...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/825562/

Discussion: Does anyone else have MGUS?

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Posted: Mar 13, 2023

The short answer appears to be yes, excess weight is a risk factor for progression of...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/1303844/

Discussion: Can weight gain cause progression from MGUS to myeloma?

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Posted: May 14, 2025

Thanks. My M spike has been at the detection limit for a few years and hopefully...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/1113129/

Discussion: MGUS and quite high Free Kappa Light Chain and Kappa Lambda Ratio

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Posted: Jul 28, 2024

@newfiesgirl1 The relationship of trust must be present in the doctor and patient relationship. I would...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/1422691/

Discussion: Bone marrow biopsy and/or blood tests for MGUS

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Posted: Oct 24, 2025

Hi Jeannie. You have a number of tests coming up so I do hope you find...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/1019977/

Discussion: Does anyone else have MGUS?

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Posted: Feb 21, 2024

@dtrgran59 I'm 71 and have had IgA Kappa MGUS for 9 year; my approx. risk of...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/1365045/

Discussion: What are my chances that MGUS turns into multiple myeloma?

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Posted: Aug 6, 2025