Myeloma Flashcards
1
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What is Myeloma
A
Cancer affecting plasma cells
2
Q
Diagnosing Myeloma
A
Bence Jones Protein in Urine
Bloods inc ESR and Calcium
Serum Protein Electrophoresis
Serum Free Light Chain Assay
Urine Protein Electrophoresis
Bone Marrow Biopsy
MRI
3
Q
Symptoms of Myeloma
A
Persistent Bone Pain
Pathological Fracture
Unexplained Fatigue
Weight Loss
Fever
Hypercalcemia
Renal Impairment
4
Q
Name the pneumonia for Myeloma
A
Calcium
Renal Impairment
Anaemia
Bone lesions and pain
5
Q
X Ray features in Myeloma
A
Lytic Lesions
pepperpot skull
diffuse osteopnia and fractures
6
Q
Complication for Myeloma
A
Spinal cord compression
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