Multiple Myeloma – An Introduction

Multiple myeloma is a blood cancer of cells found in bone marrow that affects the immune system. Medical oncologist-hematologist Paul Richardson, MD, and patient advocate Cynthia Chmielewski explain how multiple myeloma develops, discuss the treatment options available, and offer insight into what to consider when making treatment decisions.

More Information
Guide to Multiple Myeloma: http://www.cancer.net/myeloma

ASCO Answers Multiple Myeloma Fact Sheet (PDF; 2 pages): https://www.cancer.net/sites/cancer.n...

00:00 What is multiple myeloma?
02:06 How multiple myeloma develops
03:17 What symptoms should someone with multiple myeloma be aware of?
03:59 Making treatment decisions when you have multiple myeloma
06:08 Why should people with multiple myeloma consider participating in a clinical trial?
06:44 Where to find information about multiple myeloma