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Multiple Myeloma

    Posted: 11/20/2008



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What is Multiple Myeloma?






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Symptoms

Common symptoms of multiple myeloma include:

  • Bone pain, usually in the back and ribs

  • Broken bones, usually in the spine

  • Feeling weak and very tired

  • Feeling very thirsty

  • Frequent infections and fevers

  • Weight loss

  • Nausea or constipation

  • Frequent urination

Most often, these symptoms are not due to cancer. Other health problems may also cause these symptoms. Only a doctor can tell for sure. Anyone with these symptoms should tell the doctor so that problems can be diagnosed and treated as early as possible.

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