Connect with others who understand.

Sign up Log in
Resources
About MyMyelomaTeam
Powered By
Real members of MyMyelomaTeam have posted questions and answers that support our community guidelines, and should not be taken as medical advice. Looking for the latest medically reviewed content by doctors and experts? Visit our resource section.

Have Anyone Had A Biopsy On Your Spine In The Area Where The Mri Showed Tumors

A MyMyelomaTeam Member asked a question 💭
Detroit, MI
August 9
•
View reactions
A MyMyelomaTeam Member

Had tumors and one broken and many compressed lumbar vertebrae. They did khyphoplasty surgery...took out tumor and filled bone with cement

August 10
A MyMyelomaTeam Member

When an MRI shows tumors, a bone marrow aspiration and biopsy are often performed to confirm the diagnosis of myeloma. These procedures involve collecting liquid and solid bone marrow samples, usually from the hip bone, to assess the presence of abnormal plasma cells. The area is numbed to reduce discomfort. This helps read more

When an MRI shows tumors, a bone marrow aspiration and biopsy are often performed to confirm the diagnosis of myeloma. These procedures involve collecting liquid and solid bone marrow samples, usually from the hip bone, to assess the presence of abnormal plasma cells. The area is numbed to reduce discomfort. This helps doctors understand the extent of the disease and plan appropriate treatment.

 This AI-generated response comes from MyMyelomaTeam and other selected sources. It is not a substitute for medical advice. Always ask your doctor about specific health concerns.

Spinal surgery for Myeloma | MyMyelomaTeam
Tests for Multiple Myeloma | MyMyelomaTeam
August 9
A MyMyelomaTeam Member

Yes. And I had no
Problem with it. Minimal pain because I told the doc that I didn’t want to feel any so he gave me a light dose of fentanyl. It made all the difference !

August 16
A MyMyelomaTeam Member

Hello thank you Darrell

August 12
A MyMyelomaTeam Member

My friend is dealing with a mass/tumor at. T12 and L1 most are not malignant but are trick to remove with surgery, My T12 only 30% of vertebrate still exist and no surgery is available so sometimes if i bend to far it the worst pain in the world. I hurts so bad I can’t even breathe. I sure with all the medicine and technology you’ll be good as new

August 12

Related content

View All

What Is The Next Step When The Mri Show Tumors But The Ct Scan Full Body Doesn’t

A MyMyelomaTeam Member asked a question 💭
Detroit, MI

Back Pain

A MyMyelomaTeam Member asked a question 💭
Mesquite, TX

Do You Have A Plasmacytoma?

A MyMyelomaTeam Member asked a question 💭
Santa Ana, CA
Continue with Facebook
Continue with Google
By joining, you accept our Terms of Use, and acknowledge our collection, sharing, and use of your data in accordance with our Health Data Policy and Privacy policies.Your privacy is our priority Lock Icon
Already a Member? Log in