Atypical presentation of multiple myeloma: from heart failure to multiple myeloma
Multiple myeloma (MM) is a hematological malignancy commonly associated with bone pain, hypercalcemia, and renal failure. However, its presentation can occasionally mimic other medical conditions, which may delay diagnosis. This case report describes a patient who was initially diagnosed and treated...
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Language: | English |
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2024
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Online Access: | http://irep.iium.edu.my/115486/1/115486_Atypical%20presentation%20of%20multiple.pdf http://irep.iium.edu.my/115486/ |
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Institution: | Universiti Islam Antarabangsa Malaysia |
Language: | English |
Summary: | Multiple myeloma (MM) is a hematological malignancy commonly associated with bone pain, hypercalcemia, and renal failure. However, its presentation can occasionally mimic other medical conditions, which may delay diagnosis. This case report describes a patient who was initially diagnosed and treated for heart failure but was later found to have MM, highlighting the importance of considering MM in the differential diagnosis of heart failure. |
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