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Sexual problems are common in women after transplant and can persist long-term without treatment. Learn what you can do to take charge of your sexual health after transplant.
Neuropathy can occur after transplant, particularly among patients with multiple myeloma. A variety of therapies are available to manage, and occasionally reverse, the symptoms.
Getting enough sleep after transplant is vitally important, but often hard to do. Inadequate sleep can have a negative impact on your health long-term. Understanding your sleep pattern is the first step toward getting a handle on sleep problems.
Chronic graft-versus-host disease (GVHD) of the skin is common following a transplant using cells from a donor (allogeneic transplant). It can affect different layers of the skin as well as the mouth, genitals, hair and sweat glands. This presentation discusses the symptoms of skin GVHD and current treatment options. 42 minute presentation followed by 18 minutes of Q&A
Most, but not all, survivors are infertile after a bone marrow, stem cell or cord blood transplant. Men may be able to preserve sperm, and some women may be able to collect and store eggs or embryos prior to transplant. Transplant survivors can build families after transplant through medically assisted reproduction or adoption.
A pediatric stem cell transplant can come with life-long health concerns. Starting to plan early can help to make the transition from pediatric care to adult care go smoothly. Be aware of possible late-effects, involve your child in their medical care and teach them how to advocate for themselves.
Endocrine problems are common in children who have had a bone marrow, stem cell or cord blood transplant. Learn who’s at risk, when to start monitoring for endocrine problems and how they are treated
Chronic graft-versus-host disease (GVHD) in the gut and GI tract is a common complication of a transplant using donor cells. Chronic GVHD can also affect the liver and, rarely, the pancreas. Patience is needed as it may take a long time for symptoms of GVHD in the gut to resolve.