Can nephrotic syndrome be caused by multiple myeloma?

Yes: Myeloma cells can produce abnormal immune proteins called "light chains" which can affect the kidney and result in renal failure and/or nephrotic syndrome.

Yes: Although rare, multiple myeloma (mm) can cause nephrotic syndrome. Mm is more likely to cause renal impariment, mild protein spill from your kidneys, back pain and electrolyte disturbances in your bloodwork.

Yes: This can happen but usually myeloma causes a decrease in the kidney function. Some patients with myeloma can also have a protein deposited in the kidney (amyloidosis) that can lead to nephrotic syndrome.