What should patients do if their doctor is unsure if they have smoldering or active myeloma? (https://www.myeloma.org/videos/should-patients-do-if-their-doctor-unsure-if-they-have-smoldering-or-active-myeloma)

 

In this week’s video, Dr. Brian G.M. Durie emphasizes the importance of correctly diagnosing and staging myeloma before beginning treatment for the disease.

BOTTOM LINE:
Seek out a myeloma expert to ensure you only begin treatment when absolutely necessary and monitor closely for a definitive diagnosis.


 

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Image of Dr. Brian G.M. DurieDr. Brian G.M. Durie (1942-2025) was the co-founder of the IMF. He was a Professor of Medicine, Hematologist/Oncologist, and Honoree MD at the University of Brussels.

 


Source URL: https://www.myeloma.org/videos/should-patients-do-if-their-doctor-unsure-if-they-have-smoldering-or-active-myeloma