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.
Symptoms
There might be no symptoms at first. When they happen, symptoms include bone pain, feeling very tired and more frequent infections.
Treatments
Treatments include medications, chemotherapy, corticosteroids, radiation, or a stem cell transplant.
