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How bad is multiple myeloma with 40% abnormal plasma cells in bone marrow?

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Depends: The number of plasma cells is not the only determinant of prognosis. Are there bone lesions on x-ray? Is kidney function normal? Has there been a response to therapy? Many patients with 40% plasma cells at diagnosis can do well for years.

Answered 1/15/2020

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