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Does Multiple Myeloma Start In The Skull?
Question: can multiple myeloma start in your skull/brain?
Brief Answer:
Yes it can be found in skull also.
Detailed Answer:
Hi, I have gone through your question and understand your concerns.
Multiple Myeloma lesions can be found in bones with red marrow, these include vertebral column, ribs, skull, shoulder and pelvis bones, etc.
CT scan shows lytic bone lesions.
Diagnosis is not only radiological, but requires also blood tests ( proteins electrophoresis, kappa/lambda chains report), bone marrow examination, and bone imaging.
Stiff neck occurs when cervical column/ skull base are involved.
Hope this answers your question. If you have additional questions or follow up questions then please do not hesitate in writing to us. I will be happy to answer your questions.
Yes it can be found in skull also.
Detailed Answer:
Hi, I have gone through your question and understand your concerns.
Multiple Myeloma lesions can be found in bones with red marrow, these include vertebral column, ribs, skull, shoulder and pelvis bones, etc.
CT scan shows lytic bone lesions.
Diagnosis is not only radiological, but requires also blood tests ( proteins electrophoresis, kappa/lambda chains report), bone marrow examination, and bone imaging.
Stiff neck occurs when cervical column/ skull base are involved.
Hope this answers your question. If you have additional questions or follow up questions then please do not hesitate in writing to us. I will be happy to answer your questions.
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