Fibroma (patient information)

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Overview

Multiple myeloma is a cancer of plasma cells that is a type of white blood cell. The exact cause of multiple myeloma is not known. Epidemiological data suggest that it is more common in older people and African-Americans. Usual symptoms may include bone pain, broken bones, weakness or fatigue, weight loss and repeated infections. Multiple myeloma is hard to cure. Treatments include chemotherapy, bisphosphonates, stem cell transplant, radiation therapy, surgery, or a combination of these methods. Multiple myeloma is hard to cure and the prognosis is not good.

What are the symptoms of fibroma?

  • About half of the people with this type of tumor do not show any symptoms.
  • If the tumor grows to a large size and pushes on the lung, it can lead to symptoms, such as:
  • Chest pain
  • Chronic cough
  • Shortness of breathWhile the exact cause of multiple myeloma is not known, clinical data has suggested that the development of multiple myeloma is related to several factors.



Who is at highest risk?

Resources

Medlineplus

Cancer.org