Steroids are drugs which are often given with chemotherapy to help destroy the myeloma cells.
Side effects Steroids for myeloma are usually only given for a few days at a time. Depending on the dose prescribed, they may have some side effects. These could include increased appetite, feeling more energetic, and difficulty in getting to sleep. If you are taking steroids for some time, you may have other temporary side effects which can include water retention, high blood pressure and a slightly greater risk of getting infections. You may also develop an increased level of sugar in the blood.