As cancer specialists, the healthcare professionals at Ohio State’s Comprehensive Cancer Center - James Cancer Hospital and Solove Research Institute are dedicated to providing the best care and support for you and your family. Our team is made up of an interdisciplinary group that includes cancer doctors with a specialty in Multiple Myeloma as well as pathologists, radiologists, oncology nurses and patient coordinators.
Prognosis
The prognosis (chance of recovery) depends on the following:
• The type of plasma cell neoplasm
• The stage of the disease
• Whether a certain immunoglobulin (antibody) is present
• Whether the kidney is damaged
• Whether the cancer responds to initial treatment or recurs (comes back)
Treatment options depend on the following:
• The type of plasma cell neoplasm
• The age and general health of the patient
• Whether there are health problems related to the disease
• Whether the cancer responds to initial treatment or recurs (comes back)
Treatment Options:
Patients without symptoms may not need treatment. When symptoms appear, treatment of multiple myeloma may include the following:
