CancerCompass message board discussion started by Educator on 6/6/2007 http://www.cancercompass.com/message-board/message/all,12929,0.htm Mon, 08 Sep 2008 00:00:00 GMT Mon, 08 Sep 2008 00:00:00 GMT http://backend.userland.com/rss RSS.NET: http://www.rssdotnet.com/ On June 5, 2007 I was diagnosed with MGUS.  On June 1, 2007 my only aunt on my dad's side passed away from cancer. I am presently pursuing a MA in Sociology with an intent to do a PhD.  This really keeps me focus and my mind on other matters than on my condition.    I wonder whether or not my condition will/can develop into myeloma, etc., and when. Athough I am worried as there is no cure and no cause as to why the MGUS exists in people, I am thankful I am alive. Keep the faith and try to focus on other good things in life, my aunty usually said.   Educator Wed, 06 Jun 2007 00:00:00 GMT your aunt has good advice.  Monoclonal gammopathy typically causes no signs or symptoms and doesn't require treatment. In most cases, monoclonal gammopathy is not related to a serious disorder. However, close follow-up is often recommended for people with monoclonal gammopathy due to their increased risk of cancer. About 1 percent of individuals with monoclonal gammopathy ultimately develop multiple myeloma or a related cancer. Oncrx Wed, 06 Jun 2007 00:00:00 GMT