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Signs And Symptoms of Multiple Myeloma

Skin Lesions

Skin lesions may present in people with multiple myeloma. According to a study in the Indian Journal of Dermatology, this symptom is rare and only presents in people with late-stage myeloma. [17] The lesions may or may not be specific.

The lesions are typically described as waxy papules or nodules that appear on lips, ears, or torso.  [18]

Conclusion

Multiple myeloma is a serious cancer that targets blood cells in the bone marrow. It can affect anyone but is more likely to occur in people over 60. You should keep an eye out for persistent symptoms of the disease and report them to your doctor.

Reference:

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[2] https://www.medicinenet.com/multiple_myeloma/article.htm

[3] https://www.medicinenet.com/multiple_myeloma/article.htm

[4] https://www.medicinenet.com/multiple_myeloma/article.htm

[5] https://www.mayoclinic.org/diseases-conditions/multiple-myeloma/symptoms-causes/syc-20353378

[6] https://www.medicalnewstoday.com/articles/321048

[7] https://www.cancercenter.com/cancer-types/multiple-myeloma/symptoms

[8] https://www.cancer.net/cancer-types/multiple-myeloma/symptoms-and-signs

[9] https://www.cancer.net/cancer-types/multiple-myeloma/symptoms-and-signs

[10] https://www.cancer.net/cancer-types/multiple-myeloma/symptoms-and-signs

[11] https://www.cancercenter.com/cancer-types/multiple-myeloma/symptoms

[12] https://www.healthgrades.com/right-care/spine-conditions/spinal-cord-compression

[13] https://www.myelomacentral.com/multiple-myeloma-symptoms-and-diagnosis/how-multiple-myeloma-might-make-you-feel/

[14] https://www.healthline.com/health/cancer/multiple-myeloma-signs-symptoms#complications

[15] https://www.cancercenter.com/cancer-types/multiple-myeloma/symptoms

[16] https://www.myelomacentral.com/multiple-myeloma-symptoms-and-diagnosis/how-multiple-myeloma-might-make-you-feel/

[17] https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC5122285/

[18] https://www.medscape.com/answers/204369-92480/how-are-skin-lesions-characterized-in-multiple-myeloma-mm