Multiple myeloma is a kind of plasma cell or blood cancer. Although the disease does not have any cure, therapies can help people decrease the progression and sometimes even remove the symptoms.
In the initial stage, multiple myeloma may not show any visible signs. Also, it might not be specific enough to realise. Nonetheless, here are some of the symptoms of multiple myeloma.
A single aberrant plasma cell in the bone marrow perhaps originates from Myeloma. The aberrant plasma cell increases rapidly. This plasma cell is a softer tissue that produces blood to fill the nucleus of the bones.
Cancer cells do not mature and, after that, die just like regular cells. Eventually, they collect and outnumber healthy cell production. Myeloma cells are those cells that squeeze the healthy blood cells present in the bone marrow. As a result, the cells lose health and fail to fight infection.
However, they continuously try to create antibodies like healthful plasma cells but manage to develop aberrant antibodies. The body cannot utilise them, which further causes serious issues, including kidney problems or damage. Plus, the cancer cell can even deteriorate bones and increase the risk of bone breaking.
Multiple myeloma is quite complicated to diagnose as the disease shows no or fewer symptoms initially. Nonetheless, a proper assessment and evaluation could help you get the right treatment. Dania Medical services stand for providing the best way to get treatment for multiple myeloma.
Primary Evaluation
The doctor assesses whether there are signs of this disease. This includes bleeding, and specific regions of the bone revive. If he speculates multiple myeloma, you will then be referred to the haematologist.
Tests for Diagnosing Multiple Myeloma
To verify the occurrence of multiple myeloma in the body, it is important to undergo a bone marrow biopsy to check for cancerous cells.
The first stage of treatment – Induction therapy
The first phase of multiple myeloma treatment is conditional on the age and overall fitness of the patient. Induction therapy is perhaps the first level of multiple myeloma treatment. It aims to decrease the number of aberrant plasma cells or myeloma cells present in the bone marrow. Plus, it serves to reduce the protein produced by the plasma cells.
Patients with symptomatic multiple myeloma receive this therapy. It is given before the higher dose of chemotherapy. Induction therapy is a combination of more than one type of drug, including targeted therapy, chemotherapy and corticosteroids, usually provided for many months.
The second stage of treatment – Autologous Bone Marrow Transplant
This is a very common treatment for multiple myeloma. Patients having either allogeneic or autologous transplants receive a higher dose of chemotherapy in order to kill the cancer cells. After two days, the stem cells are imbued into their bloodstream.
The third phase of the treatment – Post-BMT Consolidation Therapy
Post-BMT consolidation therapy is an increasingly desirable concept. It helps to boost the overall survival rate. Since the decision to supervise consolidation therapy needs guidance, Dalmia Medicare Solutions can be your one-stop destination for guidance on multiple myeloma treatment.
| Treatment | Cost Starts From ($) | Hospital Stay |
| Multiple Myeloma Treatment | 13000-15000 | 3-4 weeks |
| Bone Marrow Transplant | 15000-20000 | 3-4 Weeks |
| Lymphoma Treatment | 16000-18000 | 3-4 Weeks |
| Thalassemia Treatment | 15000-20000 | 7-10 Days |
| Acute Leukemia Treatment | 15000-20000 | 3-4 Weeks |
FAQ:
Q. Does the given cost include everything, accommodation food etc.?
A. The package include food and accommodation while the patient is in the hospital. After discharge we would help you find a suitable accommodation that would fit in your budget in a decent place which would be close to the hospital. Cost would be bare by patient if they stay outside the hospital.
Q. How can we reduce the cost of the treatment?
A. The accommodation can be made from single bed to double or more beds sharing. We can give options of lower category of hospitals.
Q. Do you need to pay the amount before coming to India?
A. It is up to you whether you want to pay after or before coming to India. If you willing to pay before coming to India, we will share our online payment details with you.
IMPORTANT NOTE:
Top Doctors in India for Multiple Myeloma treatment :
Dr. Sourabh Chachan has over 12 years of experience as a leading Orthopaedic and Joint Replacement Surgeon. Dr. Sourabh Chachan attained his MBBS (2009) from Grant Medical College, Mumbai. He achieved his MS (2014) from VIMSAR, Odisha.
Dr. Satyaranjan Das is the Director of the Department of Hemato-Oncology & Bone Marrow Transplant at Noida. The doctor has 35 years of experience in Armed Forces Medical Services including peace & field.
Dr. Saurabh Gupta has done his MBBS from Government Medical College, Surat, MS (General surgery) from Surat Municipal Institute of Medical Education & Research, Surat (Gujrat) and M.Ch (Surgical Oncology) from College of Oncological Sciences, Adyar (W.I.A), Chennai (Tamil Nadu).
Dr. Dinesh Chandra Katiyar, an eminent cancer surgeon, with vast experience of more than 25 years in Surgical Oncology and cancer care. He is an alumni of GSVM Medical College, Kanpur.
Dr. Vishwanath S is one of the best medical oncologists in Bangalore who specializes in the diagnosis and treatment of cancer. He is also adept at treating leukemia and multiple myeloma.
Dr. Naveen Sanchety is a Associate Director and Head Oncosurgery, Asian Hospital and Cancer Centre. He has Worked in Indraprastha Apollo Delhi and Worked as Consultant Oncosurgery in Asian Institute of Oncology, Faridabad
Dr. Mohit Saxena after completing his MBBS and MD – General medicine from Sawai Man Singh Medical college and hospital, Jaipur, Rajasthan.
Dr. Kaushal Kishor Yadav is an extensively trained Cancer Surgeon working at Narayana Superspeciality Hospital, Gurugram with experience of more than 10 years.
Dr. Kanika Bansal is working as Associate Consultant in the Department of Radiation Oncology at Narayana Hospital Gurugram.
Dr. Indu Bansal Aggarwal is working as Director and Senior Consultant, in the Department of Radiation Oncology at Narayana Super specialty Hospital, Gurgaon.
Dr. Praveen Bansal is a well-known Medical Oncologist having 23+ years of experience. He holds expertise in treating hematological tumors in pediatrics and adults.
Dr Mansi Chowhan is an expert surgical oncologist with experience of more than 11 years and has been awarded with a gold medal during her post-graduation.
Dr Jyoti Bhat is a prominent surgical oncologist and has rich experience of over 14 years. He is a post-graduate in general surgery from the prestigious Government Medical College and Hospital, Jammu.
Dr. Wasim Phoplunkar is a Radiation Oncologist with 15+ years of experience in the field. He completed his MBBS from Tata Memorial Hospital, Mumbai in 2001, and MD – Radiotherapy from the same institution in 2004.
Dr. Murali is a General Surgeon in Hyderabad and Neurosurgeon in Aster Prime Hospitals. He completed MBBS in 1999, and MD in General Surgery from Kurnool Medical College, Kurnool in 2004. In 2008, he completed M.Ch in Neurosurgery from Gandhi Medical College, Hyderabad.
Abhishek Raj is a prominent Surgical Oncologist & consultant in Medical Oncology, at Aakash Hospital, Dwarka, New Delhi. He has more than 11 years of experience in the same field.
Dr. Suresh H. Advani is one of the most experienced Medical, Pediatric Oncologists, and Heamato-Oncologists with 43+ years of experience. He has been honored with highest civilian awards of India, namely Padma Bhushan Award in 2012 and Padma Shri by Government of India in 2002.
Dr. Srinivasa R is highly experienced with over 40 years in the field of Neurology. His educational qualification is M.B.B.S from Mysore University in 1973. Later he did MD from AIIMS in New Delhi and DM in Neurology from NIMHANS, Bangalore in 1981.
Dr. C P Raghuram has over 20 years of experience in paediatric oncology, Haematology and BMT and is a consultant Paediatric Haematology, Oncology and BMT at Aster CMI Hospital.
Dr. Aditya Murali has specialised in immunotherapy for solid tumors and has a special interest in hemato-oncology and bone marrow transplantation. He completed his post-graduation in MD (General Medicine) from Madurai Medical College & finished his DM in Medical Oncology from the prestigious Cancer Institute at Adyar where he trained under the legendary oncologist and Padma Vibhushan winner Dr. V Shanta.
Dr. Amit Upadhyay is a reputed hematologist with 19+ experience. Efficiently manages hematological disorders.is a renowned hematologist of Delhi NCR. Persuaded his MBBS from Gajara Raja Medical College followed by MD from Devi Ahilya Vishwavidyalaya.
