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Also known as Kahler's disease, myelomatosis or plasma cells myeloma, multiple myeloma refers to a type of bone marrow cancer that affects the production of a particular type of white blood cell, namely the myeloma cells. Myeloma cells are the excess white blood cells that, instead of fighting infection, build up in the bone marrow, causing bones to become extremely brittle. Explore our articles to learn more about the symptoms, diagnostic tools, complications and treatments associated with multiple myeloma.