Multiple Myeloma
Multiple myeloma is a relatively rare cancer affecting bone marrow and plasma cells in the blood. According to the University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center, approximately 20,000 people a year develop this condition in the United States. But the somewhat uncommon nature of the disease hasn’t limited what information can be found about the subject online. The resources in this guide explore the causes and treatment options for multiple myeloma, and methods for connecting to other multiple myeloma patients.
Expand All Guide SectionsWhat Is Multiple Myeloma?
Use the Web sites recommended in this section to learn how multiple myeloma develops in the body, ... read more »
Treating Multiple Myeloma
Currently, multiple myeloma is incurable. However, physicians are continually working on new treatments, which are helping patients live much longer lives. The resources below explain the various treatments available for multiple myeloma patients, and offer assistance with finding a multiple myeloma clinical trial.
Insights for Multiple Myeloma Treatment
- See the findingDulcinea Clinical Trials Web Guide for more help in learning about and finding a clinical trial to fit your needs.
Top Sites for Multiple Myeloma Treatment
Find an oncologist …
Cancer.Net
has a searchable database to help you search for an oncologist in your area.
Novartis Oncology
provides five questions a cancer patient should ask their oncologist about treatment, and explains why these questions are important for patients to know.
For treatment information …
The Memorial Sloan-Kettering Cancer Center
contains several informative pages about multiple myeloma staging, pain management and various treatment strategies.
The Leukemia and Lymphoma Society
provides particularly useful information on multiple myeloma disease complications, side effects of treatment and response to treatment.
Mayo Clinic
features a short, yet helpful page about lifestyle adjustments a person with multiple myeloma should consider when receiving treatment for multiple myeloma.
For treatment centers …
Myeloma Institute for Research and Therapy
at the University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences is one of the leading research and myeloma treatment centers in the world. Learn how to become a patient at this facility, or follow news developments in myeloma treatment and happenings at the Institute.
For clinical trials …
ClinicalTrials.gov
is provided by the U.S. National Institutes of Health. Check this listing of multiple myeloma trials to see if any studies are actively recruiting for participants, or learn about others already underway.
The Stanford Cancer Center
contains a listing of adult and pediatric cancer research trials available. Click the “multiple myeloma” link in the age group you’re looking for.
After treatment …
The American Cancer Society
features a helpful discussion of what happens once you’ve completed treatment for multiple myeloma.
Finding Multiple Myeloma Support
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