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emaroyal

Updated 7mo ago

Seeking Advice: Balancing Teaching and Multiple Myeloma Treatment

I was recently diagnosed with MM, and as a teacher who is passionate about my job, I'm eager to know if anyone has been able to continue working while undergoing treatment. Balancing my profession with my health is important to me, and I'd appreciate hearing about others' experiences in managing this

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One person shared their experience of managing work and treatment for Multiple Myeloma by working from home, which allowed them to fit work around their doctor's appointments. Another individual who w...See More

Zoo158

9mo

I worked with kids and had to leave, it was not a good place to work while undergoing treatment

superwoman1

9mo

only if you can work online

Feedo

9mo

don't do it. your immune system will be significantly weakened, making you more susceptible to infections. It's crucial to prioritize your health during this time.

Johnb

7mo

I retired a few years ago and took up my hobby. Art. Had to give that up because of macular degeneration. But all ways make sure you have a few tasks to do, daily.

Deb0403

7mo

I worked. I had chemo and a tandem transplant in 2017. I’m a consultant and I travel. My docs would not let me travel for 6 months but could after that with an N95. I was tired and had to gain back strength but it helped me to keep as much of my routine as possible.

drds1980

7mo

As others have written, because the treatments cause you to be susceptible to infections, I would probably stay away from the school, and try to find a way to continue working remotely, even if it is part-time if you're financially capable of doing so...

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