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Multiple cystic swelling: Initial presentation of multiple myeloma
Sunil Kumar1, A P Jain, Swati Waghmare
1Department of Medicine, Mahatma Gandhi Institute of Medical Sciences, Sewagram, Wardha, Maharashtra, India.
Summary
Multiple myeloma, a plasma cell malignancy, often presents with diverse symptoms, delaying diagnosis. This case highlights unusual chest cystic swellings as an initial presentation of this condition.
Area of Science:
- Oncology
- Hematology
- Pathology
Background:
- Multiple myeloma is a plasma cell malignancy impacting the reticuloendothelial system.
- Delayed diagnosis is common due to the varied clinical presentations of multiple myeloma.
Observation:
- A 55-year-old male presented with multiple cystic swellings on the chest.
- These swellings were the primary manifestation leading to the investigation.
Findings:
- The patient was diagnosed with multiple myeloma.
- The chest cystic swellings represented an atypical presentation of the disease.
Implications:
- This case underscores the importance of considering multiple myeloma in patients with unusual presentations.
- Recognizing diverse clinical manifestations is crucial for timely diagnosis and management of multiple myeloma.
- Further research into rare presentations of multiple myeloma may improve diagnostic strategies.
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