Multiple organ dysfunction syndrome (MODS) is where two or more independent organs fail to function properly. It is a serious condition that can lead to death without emergency care. MODS can affect ...

People typically develop multiple sclerosis between ages 20 and 40, but late-onset MS affects those 50 years and older. Your doctor can best diagnose and advise on possible treatments, such as ...

Saad Usmani, Chief of MSK's Myeloma Service, says there are far more treatment options for multiple myeloma today compared with just 20 years ago. Note: This story was originally published in 2022 and ...

Multiple myeloma is a cancer of your bone marrow. Specifically, it affects your plasma cells, which are white blood cells that make antibodies to fight germs and prevent infection and disease. When ...

Joint pain is often accompanied by swelling from underlying inflammation. If there’s no swelling, doctors can narrow down the cause. When talking about joint pain, the first condition you might ...

Multiple myeloma, also known as Kahler's disease, is a type of blood cancer. There's no cure, but treatments can slow its spread and sometimes make symptoms go away. A type of white blood cell called ...