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LinkedInWhat is Multiple myeloma?Known causesHow is this diagnosed?Your treatment plan may include one or more of these options.
Treatment includes medication, radiotherapy, or bone marrow transplant.MedicationMedicationChemotherapy: To kill rapidly multiplying cells; is nonspecific and can also kill healthy fastgrowing cells.
Vincristine . DoxorubicinTargeted therapy: Destroys cancer cells only.
Bortezomib . CarfilzomibCorticosteroids: To control inflammation in the body.
Prednisone . DexamethasoneProceduresProceduresBone marrow transplantation: To replace the bone marrow with a healthy one.TherapyTherapyRadiation therapy:Given to quickly shrink the cancerous cells or tumor. High energy beams Xray or protons are used for the therapy.NutritionNutritionA balanced diet is recommended for persons with multiple myeloma.Foods to eat:Foods rich in fiber: such as whole grains, vegetable and fruits such as apples, pears and figs, to prevent constipationFoods rich in fibre: such as whole grains, vegetable and fruits such as apples, pears and figs, to prevent constipationFoods rich in iron such as legumes, lean meats, and dark, leafy greensFoods to avoid:Patients of multiple myeloma are more prone to infections and should avoid:Uncooked meatUnwashed vegetables and fruitsUnpasteurized drinksTreatment ReportsTreatment ReportsTreatments (medications, procedure, etc.) and effectiveness reported by people on Patientslikeme.TreatmentEffectiveness GraphDaratumumablenalidomidedexamethasone (drd)  (5)Daratumumab  (5)Dexamethasone  (4)Elotuzumablenalidomidedexamethasone  (2)Bortezomibcyclophosphamidedexamethasone (vcd or cybord)  (1)Last Update : 20240401.MajorModerateMildNoneCan't TellSpecialist To ConsultSpecialist To ConsultHematologistSpecializes in the study of the blood and blood disorders.OncologistSpecializes in the diagnosis and treatment of cancer.Source: Focus Medica . For informational purposes only. Consult a medical professional for advice. Learn moreWas this helpful?See moreStart Health
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Also known as: kahler disease, myelomatosis, plasma cell myelomaContent medically reviewed byDr. Rakshith BharadwajMD, Internal MedicineView full profile onLinkedInWhat is Multiple myeloma?Known causesHow is this diagnosed?Your treatment plan may include one or more of these options. Treatment includes medication, radiotherapy, or bone marrow transplant.MedicationMedication

Chemotherapy: To kill rapidly multiplying cells; is non-specific and can also kill healthy fast-growing cells.

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Multiple Myeloma Information  American Cancer Society
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WEBMultiple Myeloma. If you have multiple myeloma or are close to someone who does, knowing what to expect can help you cope. Here you can find out all about multiple

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WEBIn most cases, multiple myeloma develops in individuals who have no known risk factors. Multiple myeloma may be the result of several factors acting together. It is uncommon …

Multiple Myeloma  Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center
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WEBMultiple myeloma (MUL-tih-pul MY-eh-LOH-muh) is a rare cancer. There only are about 35,000 cases in the United States each year. Multiple myeloma is a disease that cannot be cured. But it can be managed for …

Multiple Myeloma Treatment  Memorial Sloan Kettering …
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WEBMultiple Myeloma Treatment. The treatments for active multiple myeloma are: Chemotherapy. Immune-modifying drugs or other medications. Stem cell transplants. …

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WEBDISEASE OVERVIEW. Multiple myeloma accounts for 1% of all cancers and approximately 10% of all hematologic malignancies. 1,2 Each year over 32,000 new …

Ways to Treat Multiple Myeloma  American Cancer Society
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WEBSystemic treatments. Multiple myeloma can also be treated using drugs, which can be given by mouth or directly into the bloodstream. These systemic therapies can reach …

Multiple Myeloma  Hematology and Oncology  MSD …
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WEBPathophysiology of Multiple Myeloma. The M-protein (monoclonal immunoglobulin protein) produced by the malignant plasma cells is IgG in about 55% of myeloma patients and …

Multiple Myeloma Early Detection, Diagnosis, and Staging
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WEBStages and Outlook (Prognosis) After a cancer diagnosis, staging provides important information about the extent of cancer in the body and anticipated response to …

Multiple Myeloma  StatPearls  NCBI Bookshelf
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WEBJan 30, 2023 · Multiple myeloma (MM) is a clonal plasma cell proliferative disorder characterized by the abnormal increase of monoclonal immunoglobulins. Unchecked, the excess production of these plasma …

Multiple Myeloma: Diagnosis and Treatment  AAFP
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WEBMar 15, 2017 · Multiple myeloma accounts for 1.6% of all cancer cases and approximately 10% of hematologic malignancies in the United States. In 2015, an estimated 28,850 …

Myeloma  CDC  Centers for Disease Control and Prevention
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WEBLast Reviewed: June 28, 2023. Source: Division of Cancer Prevention and Control, Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. Myeloma, also called multiple myeloma, is a …

Multiple Myeloma > Fact Sheets > Yale Medicine
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WEBMyeloma is a rare type of blood cancer, with approximately 34,000 new cases diagnosed in the United States each year. In total, myeloma accounts for about 1 to 2% of all cancers …

Newly diagnosed multiple myeloma: making sense of the menu
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WEBDec 9, 2022 · The emergence of novel agents, drug combinations, and therapeutic strategies has significantly improved outcomes in the past decade. Historical …

Multiple Myeloma Facts and Statistics: What You Need to Know
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WEBSep 22, 2022 · The National Cancer Institute's (NCI) Surveillance, Epidemiology, and End Results (SEER) Program database catalogs information on myeloma. Much of the data …

Multiple Myeloma, Version 2.2024, NCCN Clinical Practice …
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WEBThe treatment of relapsed/refractory multiple myeloma (MM) has evolved to include several new options. These include new combinations with second generation …

Myeloma Basics  Myeloma  CDC
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WEBNov 3, 2023 · Overview. Myeloma, also called multiple myeloma, is a cancer of the plasma cells. Plasma cells are white blood cells that make antibodies that protect us …

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