Multiple Myeloma

GPTKB entity

Statements (53)
Predicate Object
gptkbp:instance_of gptkb:Oncology
gptkbp:affects plasma cells
gptkbp:common_test imaging studies
complete blood count
serum protein electrophoresis
urine protein electrophoresis
gptkbp:complication infections
renal failure
bone fractures
hypercalcemia
gptkbp:condition gptkb:Amyloidosis
gptkb:MGUS
Waldenström macroglobulinemia
gptkbp:diagnosis blood tests
varies by individual
bone marrow biopsy
https://www.w3.org/2000/01/rdf-schema#label Multiple Myeloma
gptkbp:number_of_stages gptkb:active_multiple_myeloma
gptkb:refractory_multiple_myeloma
gptkb:smoldering_multiple_myeloma
relapsed multiple myeloma
gptkbp:prevalence more common in men than women
higher incidence in African Americans
approximately 1% of all cancers
gptkbp:research_areas clinical trials
genetic studies
new drug development
gptkbp:risk_factor age
obesity
family history
exposure to radiation
gptkbp:side_effect fatigue
nausea
hair loss
increased risk of infection
gptkbp:symptoms gptkb:anemia
fatigue
bone pain
kidney dysfunction
increased infections
gptkbp:treatment gptkb:immunotherapy
chemotherapy
targeted therapy
symptom management
remission
stem cell transplant
prolonging survival
gptkbp:type_of_care nutritional support
physical therapy
psychosocial support
pain management
gptkbp:bfsParent gptkb:Dr._Paul_Richardson
gptkbp:bfsLayer 6