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What Causes Joint Pains And Muscle Stiffness While On Promacta?

Posted on Wed, 15 Feb 2017

Question: I am 5 years post stem cell transplant from NHL. I also am suffering from CTP and take 75mg Promacta daily. I have developed severe joint pain, especially in my shoulders, as well as unusual stiffness throughout my body. I am 60 years old and very active. Can you help?
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Answered by Dr. Suresh Heijebu (6 hours later)

Brief Answer:
Please provide further information

Detailed Answer:
Hello Sir
I can certainly understand your concern

Before guiding you further, I would like to know the following

Are you a diabetic?

Are you a hypertensive individual?

Latest reports of your Stem cell transplant and NHL/CTP.. Please upload the reports.

Once I receive your answers, I will guide you further.

Thank you

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Follow up: Dr. Suresh Heijebu (15 hours later)

I am not hypertensive or diabetic. My 5 year scan showed no sign of Lymphoma. My latest CBC/Cmemistry showed platelets at113,000 and all other levels were normal.

Answered by Dr. Suresh Heijebu (24 hours later)

Brief Answer:
Symptoms are drug side effect related

Detailed Answer:
Hello Sir

Considering your latest clinical profile, your symptoms of joint pains and muscle stiffness are directly related to the side effects of the PROMACTA.

Many of these side effects are self limiting, but if these symptoms does not subside or if they continue to worsen, it's advisable to temporarily withhold the drug after discussing with your Rheumatologist or Immunologist.

Post your further questions if any.

Thank you.

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