Multiple Myeloma | Dr. Mallikarjun Kalashetty | Manipal Hospital Old Airport Road

In this video, Dr. Mallikarjun Kalashetty, Head of the Department of Clinical Haematology, Haemato-Oncology, Bone Marrow Transplantation and Cellular Therapy at Manipal Hospital Old Airport Road, Bengaluru, discusses multiple myeloma, a type of blood cancer that makes up around 10% of all blood cancers. Unlike solid tumours, blood cancers present differently and require specialised treatment. Multiple myeloma often causes bone or back pain, weakness, fatigue and, if untreated, can damage the kidneys. It also weakens the bones, sometimes leading to pathological fractures even with minor or no injury. Diagnosis begins with blood tests to detect abnormal proteins known as paraproteins, using methods such as serum protein electrophoresis, immunofixation and free light chain assays. Since multiple myeloma arises from plasma cells, a bone marrow examination is also carried out to confirm the diagnosis and identify molecular features that help guide treatment and risk stratification. Treatments have advanced greatly in recent years, with immunotherapy playing a key role. Patients usually start with induction therapy, followed by autologous bone marrow transplantation once the disease is controlled. Most patients tolerate treatment well in outpatient settings with minimal side effects. Early diagnosis and tailored therapy are crucial. To know more about the doctor, click on the link below: https://www.manipalhospitals.com/olda... #ManipalHospitalOldAirportRoad #YourManipal #LifesOn #HealthCare #Haematology #myeloma