Myeloma (Noun)
Meaning
A tumor of the bone marrow (usually malignant) composed of cells normally found in bone marrow.
Classification
Nouns denoting natural processes.
Examples
- Multiple myeloma is a cancer of plasma cells in the bone marrow, which can cause anemia, bone pain, and infections.
- The patient was diagnosed with myeloma and underwent chemotherapy to reduce the tumor's size and alleviate symptoms.
- Myeloma can cause the bone marrow to produce abnormal proteins, leading to kidney damage and other complications.
- The doctor explained that myeloma is a type of cancer that originates in the bone marrow and can spread to other parts of the body.
- After a series of tests, the oncologist confirmed that the patient had multiple myeloma, a rare and aggressive form of bone marrow cancer.