Overview
Multiple myeloma affects plasma cells, a type of white blood cell that helps fight infections. These cancer cells accumulate in the bone marrow and can damage bones and affect healthy blood cell production.
Symptoms
- Bone pain
- Extreme fatigue
- Frequent infections
- Excessive thirst
- Nausea
- Muscle weakness
Treatments
Options to manage the disease:
Targeted Therapy
Drugs attacking specific proteins.
Bone Marrow Transplant
Replacing diseased cells with healthy ones.