About Myeloma

Myeloma or Multiple myeloma, is a cancer arising from a type of white blood cell called plasma cell, (made in the bone marrow) which are responsible for producing antibodies which are critical for maintaining the body’s immune system. Multiple myeloma leads to the production of abnormal proteins- M proteins which impairs the function of Plasma cells and may damage kidneys, cause tumors, kidneys, and impair immune system function. Multiple myeloma is the second most common blood cancer.