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My Husband In The Diagnostic Process. Has Suspected Multiple Myeloma. His Kidney Specialist Says He Has MIDD, Only 300 Cases Dx Per Year

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Where can I find info specific to MIDD?

January 10
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I'm sorry to hear about your husband's situation. MIDD, or Monoclonal Immunoglobulin Deposition Disease, is indeed a rare condition. Here are some key points about the diagnostic process for multiple myeloma, which might be relevant:

- Clinical Tests: Multiple myeloma is diagnosed based on various clinical tests
- Bone Show Full Answer

I'm sorry to hear about your husband's situation. MIDD, or Monoclonal Immunoglobulin Deposition Disease, is indeed a rare condition. Here are some key points about the diagnostic process for multiple myeloma, which might be relevant:

- Clinical Tests: Multiple myeloma is diagnosed based on various clinical tests.
- Bone Marrow Examination: This involves checking for abnormal plasma cells in the bone marrow.
- Blood Tests: These can reveal abnormal proteins, high calcium levels, and low red blood cell counts.
- Imaging Scans: These scans can show bone lesions or tumors.
- Kidney Function: Kidney dysfunction is a common sign of multiple myeloma.

It's important to follow up with your healthcare provider for a comprehensive diagnosis and treatment plan.

July 8
A MyMyelomaTeam Member

Hi Kathleen
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Monoclonal_immuno... -a clear and comprehensive description of MIDD and how kidneys are affected.
look on the net - there are many articles explaining this rare disease

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