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What Causes Increased Protien Level When Suffering From Multiple Myeloma?

yes a patient who had multiple myeloma and had his own cells used a year ago went back for a regular 3 month check up and the doctor said there was a protein spike and wants to see him in two months rather than 3 unless he has complaints then come right away. What is protein spike and what causes it?
Fri, 27 Feb 2015
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A protein or M spike is one of the indicators of multiple myeloma. It is due to abnormal proteins being produced by the body as a result of the tumor. The presence of M spike indicates that the tumor has returned and that you will need further investigations and treatment.
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What Causes Increased Protien Level When Suffering From Multiple Myeloma?

A protein or M spike is one of the indicators of multiple myeloma. It is due to abnormal proteins being produced by the body as a result of the tumor. The presence of M spike indicates that the tumor has returned and that you will need further investigations and treatment.