Multiple Myeloma

Overview

Multiple myeloma is a cancer of plasma cells (a type of white blood cell responsible for producing antibodies) with clonal proliferation, often occurring at multiple bone marrow sites. It commonly causes bone pain, recurrent infections, anemia, and renal impairment.

Symptoms

• Bone pain
• Pathological fractures
• Anemia
• Recurrent infections
• Renal impairment

Treatment

Treatment centers on comprehensive therapy combining chemotherapy and targeted drugs; eligible patients may undergo autologous hematopoietic stem cell transplantation, requiring standardized treatment and follow-up in hematology.

Dietary advice

Maintain balanced nutrition, ensure adequate high-quality protein and sufficient water intake to protect the kidneys, and keep the diet clean and easily digestible.