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No, GVHD only occurs with allogeneic stem cell transplants (transplants using donor cells from another person). GVHD develops when the donated immune cells (the graft) identify the recipient's healthy… read more

No, GVHD only occurs with allogeneic stem cell transplants (transplants using donor cells from another person). GVHD develops when the donated immune cells (the graft) identify the recipient's healthy cells (the host) as foreign invaders and attack them.

Since autologous transplants use your own stem cells, there is no risk of GVHD because your immune cells recognize your own tissues as "self" rather than foreign.

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Based on the provided search results and instructions, I cannot provide specific guidance about celiac disease or multiple myeloma. Since you have GVHD, it would be best to focus your questions on… read more

Based on the provided search results and instructions, I cannot provide specific guidance about celiac disease or multiple myeloma. Since you have GVHD, it would be best to focus your questions on managing GVHD symptoms and treatment. Please consult with your healthcare team about managing any additional health conditions alongside your GVHD.

The most important thing is to keep your healthcare team informed about all of your medical conditions so they can develop an appropriate treatment plan that takes everything into account.

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GVHD (Graft-Versus-Host Disease) is a condition that can affect multiple organs in the body following a transplant. It can be acute or chronic, and in some cases may become life-threatening. While… read more

GVHD (Graft-Versus-Host Disease) is a condition that can affect multiple organs in the body following a transplant. It can be acute or chronic, and in some cases may become life-threatening. While doctors previously classified GVHD based on timing after transplant, current guidelines focus more on the type and severity of symptoms. Common symptoms of GVHD include:

• Skin issues - rashes, color changes, blistering
• Eye problems - dryness, irritation
• Mouth symptoms - sores, ulcers
• Liver problems - jaundice
• Gastrointestinal issues - diarrhea, abdominal pain
• Lung problems - shortness of breath, dry cough
• Joint/muscle symptoms - pain, swelling, stiffness
• Genital area changes - discomfort, changes in function

The severity can range from mild to severe depending on how many organs are affected and the intensity of symptoms.