Long-term Outlook
In most cases, people with MGUS don’t experience severe bone marrow and blood conditions. However, it is important to visit your doctor regularly to run blood tests and reduce the risk of developing certain medical conditions. Your doctor will also determine if your MGUS is likely to progress into other disease by examining:
- If you or a loved one is diagnosed with MGUS, be sure to follow your doctor’s plans for monitoring your condition.
- The amount of free light chains (another kind of protein) in your blood. According to studies, high levels of free light chains are signs of developing disease.
- The count, type, and size of M proteins found in your blood. Bigger and elevated levels of M proteins may indicate a developing disease.
- The age at which you were diagnosed. The longer you’ve had MGUS, the higher your risk of developing a serious disease.