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Multiple Myeloma – Causes & Risk Factors

Bone Marrow Issues

Plasma cells can be found in the bone marrow. Any abnormalities in this part of the body would trigger these cells to develop and grow unexpectedly, thus leading to tumors. There are many causes of bone marrow issues, such as frequent exposure to chemicals, genetic changes, or hereditary factors. At first, these problems cause plasma cells to grow more quickly, then multiply and overwhelm the number of red blood cells. Overall, this overgrowth will lead to multiple myeloma. [2]