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    Multiple myeloma, a growing bone cancer in older adults, presents diagnostic and treatment challenges. This review covers its biology, diagnosis, imaging, and treatment, including rare cases.

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    • Despite treatment advances, multiple myeloma remains difficult to diagnose and treat.

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