Multiple myeloma
Overview
Multiple myeloma is cancer of the plasma cells, a type of white blood cell in the bone marrow. A group of plasma cells becomes cancerous and multiplies. The disease can damage the bones, immune system, kidneys, and red blood cell count.
Treatments
Treatments include medications, chemotherapy, corticosteroids, radiation, or a stem cell transplant.
Last Updated Jun 13, 2017
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