Myeloma - diagnosis, symptoms, side effects and current treatment

Описание: Dr Hasib Sidiqi discusses updates on treatment options for Myeloma in Australia, outlining the current and possible future therapies utilised for early right through to advanced disease. Symptom and side effects management is an integral part of Myeloma care to minimise the impacts of treatment.
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Introduction (0:00 - 1:20)
What is Myeloma and how is it diagnosed? (1:20 - 8:30)
History and development of Myeloma treatment (9:10 - 21:40)
Current Myeloma treatment in Australia (21:40 - 24:50)
Symptoms and side effects of Myeloma and related treatment (24:50 - 34:30)
The effect of treatment and Myeloma on the immune system (34:30 - end)

Dr Sidiqi is a haematologist at Fiona Stanley Hospital in Perth with an interest in myeloma and amyloidosis. He recently completed a 2-year fellowship at Mayo Clinic focusing on Myeloma, Amyloidosis and Bone Marrow Transplantation. He received his medical degree from the University of Western Australia in 2008 and completed his haematology through Sir Charles Gardiner and the Royal Perth Hospitals. He is a member of the Australian Amyloidosis Network and the Myeloma Working Party of the ALLG.