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Suggest Treatment For Multiple Myeloma
Dr., my 65 yr. old friend revealed that he was diagnosed several month ago with Multiple Myeloma. They have not done a bone marrow, which I thought unusual. He is experiencing back pain and it takes him a while to stand after sitting or lying down. He is an avid body builder. A comment from one of the persons mentioned Revlimid that her 78 yr old father has been given in low doses. The cancer has gone into remission. I am concerned that he is not getting the treatment he requires. The doctors he has seen are saying he has a bad aortic valve and herniated discs.
Wed, 18 Feb 2015
Hi, dear
I have gone through your question. I can understand your concern. First of all he should go for protein electrophoresis and bone marrow examination. Confirm the diagnosis of multiple myeloma.
ain multiple myeloma thalidomide and dexamethasone is helpful. Rithximab is also helpful in some cases.
Consult your doctor and take treatment accordingly. Hope I have answered your question, if you have doubt then I will be happy to answer. Thanks for using health care magic. Wish you a very good health.
I have gone through your question. I can understand your concern. First of all he should go for protein electrophoresis and bone marrow examination. Confirm the diagnosis of multiple myeloma.
ain multiple myeloma thalidomide and dexamethasone is helpful. Rithximab is also helpful in some cases.
Consult your doctor and take treatment accordingly. Hope I have answered your question, if you have doubt then I will be happy to answer. Thanks for using health care magic. Wish you a very good health.
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