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Types of myeloma

When myeloma cells are found in only one part of the body, it's called a plasmacytoma; when they're found in many bones, it's called multiple myeloma, the most common form.

When myeloma cells are only found in only one part of the body, this is called a plasmacytoma. Plasmacytomas may form in bone, or in soft tissues such as the throat or tonsils. 

When myeloma cells are found in many bones of the body, this is called multiple myeloma. Multiple myeloma is the most common form of myeloma. 

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