Multiple Myeloma

The Swedish Cancer Institute offers patients with multiple myeloma the experience and the skills of highly trained physicians and other cancer specialists, as well as leading-edge imaging and diagnostic techniques, state-of-the-art treatment options, a wide selection of quality support services and an integrated approach to care. 

In addition to treating multiple myeloma, Swedish also offers special supportive care treatments to improve complications associated with the cancer.

Multiple myeloma

Multiple myeloma is a cancer of plasma cells – the special white blood cells that are part of the body’s immune system and produce antibodies to fight infections. Patients with multiple myeloma have increased numbers of abnormal plasma cells that infiltrate the bone marrow and may cause decreased bone marrow blood cell production, fragile bones, pain, abnormal kidney function and decreased quantities of normal antibodies. Learn more about multiple myeloma.

Treatments

A number of treatment options are aimed at eliminating the disease to reach a state of complete remission. Swedish offers a full range of state-of-the-art treatments including:

• Chemotherapy
• Stem-cell transplant
• Immunotherapy (Biological Therapy) 
• Radiation Therapy

Research and clinical trials

If your physician believes you are a good candidate to participate in a clinical trial evaluating a new treatment or more effective combinations of treatments — and you agree — you will have access to the very latest in research treatments.

At any given time, the Swedish Cancer Institute offers patients more than 140 clinical-research studies involving most types of cancers.  Additionally, our physician specialists collaborate with other regional and national research groups, including  Southwest Oncology Group, National Cancer Institute, Puget Sound Oncology Consortium and Fred Hutchinson Cancer Research Center.

Education and support for patients and families

Beyond physical health, the Swedish Cancer Institute is committed to the emotional well-being of our patients and their families. We offer:

• Individual and family counseling, and support groups
• An on-site  education center 
• A full array of  complementary therapies 
• A dedicated  cancer rehabilitation program
• Specialized  nutrition care for those fighting cancer

Complementary therapies include:

• Naturopathic care 
• Massage therapy 
• Meditation 
• Art therapy
• Music therapy 

See Patient Support and Resources and Services for the Body, Mind and Sprit at Swedish.

Appointments & Referrals

Radiation Therapy

Locations & phone numbers

Chemotherapy, Biological Therapy & Stem Cell Tranplant

Locations & phone numbers

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