Myeloma
In Northern Ireland 173 people are diagnosed with myeloma each year (on average). Myeloma (also known as multiple myeloma) is a cancer that affects the blood and bone marrow. Bone marrow is found inside the bones where blood cells are made. Myeloma happens when the bone marrow makes certain blood cells (plasma cells) that do not work properly.
Myeloma can affect different parts of the body including the kidneys and immune system. Myeloma is more common with advancing age and cannot usually be cured, but it can be managed with treatment.