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Is Multiple Myeloma Heritable?
My mother died of multiple myolomea 58 years ago, not a lot was known about it. I am 82 and I have had medical problems most of my adult life. (3) heartattackas, 5 stents , open heart bypass surgery , and caroited artery surgery, and on and on... I am anemic, I have 6 crushed vertbry. I am a mess. I would like to know is this cancer genetic, like my heart condition. ?
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Hi,
Your problem need not be carcinogenic or follow a heart problem. A long running stress / accidental trauma and weak bones (due to calcium and vitamin D deficiency) can be the cause. Please consult a spinal surgeon or a neurosurgeon to get investigated to start with cause specific treatment under expert care.
Take care. Hope I have answered your question. Let me know if I can assist you further.
Regards,
Dr. Vasudha Jayant Athavale, General & Family Physician
Your problem need not be carcinogenic or follow a heart problem. A long running stress / accidental trauma and weak bones (due to calcium and vitamin D deficiency) can be the cause. Please consult a spinal surgeon or a neurosurgeon to get investigated to start with cause specific treatment under expert care.
Take care. Hope I have answered your question. Let me know if I can assist you further.
Regards,
Dr. Vasudha Jayant Athavale, General & Family Physician
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