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Pathophysiology The kidneys are located in the retroperineal space in the abdominal cavity. The primary functions of the kidneys are to regulate volume and osmolality, maintain proper electrolyte balance, excretion of metabolites, such as urea, creatine and drugs, and... by | | Learn
Summary Myasthenia gravis (MG) is a chronic autoimmune neuromuscular disease characterized by weakness of the skeletal muscles. Common symptoms include weakness of the muscles that control the eye and eyelid, facial expressions, chewing, talking, and swallowing.... by | | Learn
Myasthenia gravis (MG) is an autoimmune disorder characterized by changing muscle weakness and fatigability on exertion. There are two major types of antibodies routinely detected in MG. One antibody is against the acetylcholine receptor (AChR) and the other is... by | | Learn
There are different types of treatment for patients with plasma cell neoplasms. Eight types of treatment are used: Eight types of treatment are used: Chemotherapy Other drug therapy Targeted therapy High-dose chemotherapy with stem cell transplant Biologic therapy... by | | Learn
What is multiple myeloma? Multiple myeloma is a form of cancer that occurs due to abnormal and uncontrolled growth of plasma cells in the bone marrow. Some people with multiple myeloma, especially those with early stages of the condition, have no concerning signs or...
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