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Clinical Trial Myths
There are many misconceptions surrounding clinical trials that can be scary and prevent you and other patients from participating. In the video below, we review the most common myths and misunderstandings about clinical research. Understanding your options with clinical trials can improve your well-being and outcomes with myeloma treatment and have more comprehensive discussions with your care team.
Myth |
Fact |
| I’ll get a placebo instead of treatment. | Cancer trials don't use placebos alone; patients receive either a standard or new therapy. |
| Clinical trials are riskier than standard care. | All trials undergo strict safety reviews, and patients can withdraw at any time. |
| Clinical trials are only for advanced stages or limited options. | Trials exist for all myeloma stages, including early diagnosis. |
| Participating makes me a guinea pig | Trials offer the best current treatments or new, carefully tested options. |
| Trials are too expensive. |
Trial costs are often covered by the sponsor or insurance; financial aid may also be available. You can always clarify costs before signing up. |
| If my doctor doesn’t suggest a trial, it’s not for me. | Many doctors may not know all available trials, so it’s helpful to ask. |
| If I can’t join, I can’t help advance a cure. | You can support research by joining surveys, focus groups, and patient registries outside trials. |
Understanding these terms and clearing up myths can empower you to make informed decisions about participating in clinical trials or contributing to myeloma research in other ways.
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