Digital Guide: Induction Therapy for Multiple Myeloma - Miami

Dr. Carl Landgren's guide to the first step in the treatment of multiple myeloma: induction therapy.

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Welcome to Dr. C. Ola Landgren’s guide to induction therapy for people with multiple myeloma. Dr. Landgren, who treats patients at the University of Miami Health System, has collaborated with SurvivorNet for this resource. People in the multiple myeloma community tell us that hearing advice like this, and knowing the options, has helped them make better decisions and reduce anxiety.

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Induction Therapy (3)
1. Multiple Myeloma: Is Three-Drug or Four-Drug Combination for Induction Therapy Best?

Lindsay Modglin

Induction therapy is the first stage of multiple myeloma treatment, and it typically involves a combination of either three or four drugs.

2. Multiple Myeloma: How to Tell if Induction Therapy Is Working

Lindsay Modglin

Induction therapy aims to eradicate as many cancer cells as possible. Blood tests are performed after every cycle of treatment to assess how effective the therapy has been. These tests estimate how many cancer cells are present by looking for protein markers like monoclonal proteins and light chain proteins.

3. Transplant After Induction for Multiple Myeloma: Is it Controversial?

Lindsay Modglin

Traditionally, stem cell transplant is a common treatment option for patients with multiple myeloma, coming after induction therapy. However, some doctors may disagree on the question of when the benefits outweigh the risks and side effects.

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