The prevalence of relapse and drug resistance in people with multiple myeloma is rising.
Experts are unsure why, especially since the advent of new, more effective, and less toxic therapies.
This underscores the importance of finding new, more effective treatment options.
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This article discusses the symptoms, diagnosis, causes, and treatment for triple multiple myeloma.
The symptoms that you experience will depend on the organ system that is affected.
Common symptoms of multiple myeloma include:
Causes
The exact cause of multiple myeloma remains a mystery.
Some research has pointed to radiation exposure or contact with chemical solvents such as benzene as a possible trigger.
This is why it’s so important for science to determine what is causing the resistance.
Multiple myeloma will be indicated by a rise in certain antibodies in the blood and urine.
Treatment
The standard treatment protocol for multiple myeloma is what’s known as induction therapy.
Generally, healthy people who are diagnosed early have a five-year survival rate that is over 75%.
Generally, the more resistant you are to conventional therapies, the worse your prognosis.
Summary
Triple refractory multiple myeloma refers to a rare, incurable cancer of plasma cells.
This has resulted in a lower quality of life and poor survival outcomes for most patients.
A Word From Verywell
The need for newer treatments for multiple myeloma cannot be understated.
If you have multiple myeloma, participating in a clinical trial may be a good option for you.
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