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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Main Authors: Sohaimi, Ainur Elliana, Jamhuri, Nur Syazwani, Ibrahim, Ismail
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: 2024
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Online Access:http://irep.iium.edu.my/115486/1/115486_Atypical%20presentation%20of%20multiple.pdf
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Institution: Universiti Islam Antarabangsa Malaysia
Language: English
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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.