Multiple myeloma can be frightening. But there’s good news. INTEGRIS Health is here to walk every step by your side with the region’s foremost specialists, therapies and technology.
If you’ve received a multiple myeloma diagnosis – or if your physician thinks you might have it – chances are you’re scared, worried and confused. But there’s good news. INTEGRIS Health is here to walk every step by your side. That’s why we bring together the region’s foremost team of specialists with the most advanced and successful treatments available.
At the INTEGRIS Cancer Institute, we put you – the patient – first. That means doing everything we can to streamline the process and get you into treatment as soon as possible. To accomplish that, we regularly gather together physicians and specialists in our Multidisciplinary Cancer Clinics to create the best course of treatment for you. That means the time you have to spend between diagnosis and treatment is dramatically reduced.
If you think you may be suffering from multiple myeloma, it’s best to talk with your physician. Symptoms caused by multiple myeloma could also be caused by a variety of other health problems, and only a doctor can accurately diagnose their cause.
If your doctor thinks you might have multiple myeloma, exams and tests will be required to reach an accurate diagnosis. This begins with your physician asking questions about your health history, symptoms, risk factors and family history of disease, and may continue with more in-depth tests:
Your treatment program will be unique to you and your needs. Upon diagnosis, a plan is mapped out, taking into consideration your age, overall health and health history, how much the cancer has advanced, predicted course of the disease, tolerance for available procedures and medications, as well as your preferences and opinions. Some cases of this multiple myeloma progress very slowly, so your doctor may recommend waiting to see if the cancer becomes actively harmful before aggressive treatment is pursued, since treatment can sometimes be more harmful than the disease.
Treatment options for multiple myeloma include:
At INTEGRIS, we offer a wide variety of support programs and services along with the Troy and Dollie Smith Wellness Center to help patients with multiple myeloma and their loved ones manage the physical and emotional effects of a cancer diagnosis and treatment.
Support services for multiple myeloma include:
We strive to provide you with care that’s not only the best available, but care that’s convenient and as close to home as possible. These INTEGRIS Health locations near you are ready to help.
