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Source: Plasma Cell Neoplasms (Including Multiple Myeloma) Treatment (PDQ®)–Patient Version, National Cancer Institute.
Source updated: November 17, 2023 · Captured 2026-09-09.
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Context: Treatment Option Overview
There are different types of treatment for patients with plasma cell neoplasms.
The following types of treatment are used:
The following types of treatment are used:
Chemotherapy
The following types of treatment are used:
Other drug therapy
The following types of treatment are used:
Targeted therapy
The following types of treatment are used:
High-dose chemotherapy with stem cell transplant
The following types of treatment are used:
Immunotherapy
The following types of treatment are used:
Radiation therapy
The following types of treatment are used:
Surgery
The following types of treatment are used:
Watchful waiting
New types of treatment are being tested in clinical trials.
New types of treatment are being tested in clinical trials.
New combinations of therapies
Treatment for plasma cell neoplasms may cause side effects.
Supportive care is given to lessen the problems caused by the disease or its treatment.
Patients may want to think about taking part in a clinical trial.
Patients can enter clinical trials before, during, or after starting their cancer treatment.
Follow-up tests may be needed.
Preserved source evidence · Independent clinical review pending · Not medical advice