Multiple Myeloma Learning Center
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Multiple myeloma is a cancer of the plasma cells in bone marrow. |
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Symptoms
Bone or back pain; Unexplained fractures; Bleeding problems; Increased susceptibility to infection; Symptoms of anemi...
Causes
Plasma cells help the body's immune system fight disease. Multiple myeloma occurs when plasma cells grow out of contr...
Tests
Blood tests can help diagnose this disease. A newer blood test called the Freelite diagnostic assay can be used to di...
Treatments
The goal of treatment is to relieve symptoms. People who have mild disease or have a doubtful diagnosis are usually c...
Alternative Therapies
The stress of illness may be eased by joining a support group whose members share common experiences and problems. Se...
Complications
Renal failure; Increased susceptibility to infection (especially pneumonia; Paralysis from tumor or spinal cord compr...
Prevention
Multiple myeloma is a cancer in which antibody-producing plasma cells grow in an uncontrolled and invasive (malignant...
Doctor Specialties
Call your health care provider if you experience decreased urine output. Call your provider if you have multiple myel...
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