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Guidance for Caregivers: Supporting a Loved One Through Late-Line RRMM
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Panelists discuss how caregivers supporting loved ones with late-line relapsed/refractory multiple myeloma (RRMM) should prioritize both patient and self-care by establishing sustainable support systems, maintaining open communication with the health care team, educating themselves about treatment options while acknowledging emotional boundaries, creating practical organizational systems for medication management and appointment tracking, seeking respite care when needed, connecting with caregiver support groups for shared experiences, participating in decision-making without overshadowing the patient’s voice, preparing contingency plans for complications, and finding moments of normalcy and joy amid the challenges of advanced disease management.
Video content above is prompted by the following:
- What advice would you give to caregivers supporting a loved one through late-line RRMM?
