Myeloma

usgb/ˌmaɪəˈləʊmə/
noun

A type of cancer that begins in cells in the bone marrow, which is the soft, spongy tissue inside of your bones.

After several tests, the doctor diagnosed him with myeloma.
Visual representation of "myeloma" - A type of cancer that begins in cells in the bone marrow, which is the soft, spongy tissue inside of your bones.

Often appears as...

  • multiple myeloma
  • myeloma treatment

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Technical Term

Myeloma is a medical term used by healthcare professionals and in scientific research.

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The oncologist's study focused on new treatments for myeloma.
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Serious Illness

Myeloma refers to a serious health condition; it can bring a sense of gravity to conversations.

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Her family was supportive after her myeloma diagnosis.
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Not Leukemia

Don't confuse myeloma with leukemia; both affect the bone marrow but are different diseases.

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Unlike leukemia, myeloma specifically targets plasma cells.
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