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Recurrent Cutaneous Manifestation in Multiple Myeloma
  1. Mariam Hina1,
  2. Saad Salim Naviwala2,
  3. Munira Shabbir-Moosajee2 and
  4. Nasir Ali1
  1. 1Radiation Oncology, The Aga Khan University Hospital, Karachi, Pakistan
  2. 2Medical Oncology, The Aga Khan University Hospital, Karachi, Pakistan
  1. Correspondence to Dr Mariam Hina; mariam.hina{at}aku.edu

Abstract

Cutaneous involvement is an uncommonly encountered manifestation in multiple myeloma (MM), more commonly observed in patients with aggressive subtypes, and often resistant to conventional therapies. Due to its infrequency, reported clinical characteristics have been diverse and relatively non-specific. Particularly uncommon is lower extremity involvement. In this case report, we present a unique case of a patient with refractory immunoglobulin G lambda MM, who subsequently developed recurrence in the lower leg, while being on systemic therapy. Initially, the lesion resembled squamous cell carcinoma, posing a diagnostic challenge. Through meticulous histopathological and immunohistochemical evaluation, cutaneous involvement by MM was confirmed. This case highlights the importance of maintaining a high clinical suspicion for cutaneous involvement in patients with MM who present with new skin lesions, as early diagnosis is crucial for appropriate management.

  • Oncology
  • Radiotherapy

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  • Contributors All authors were responsible for drafting of the text, sourcing and editing of clinical images, investigation results, drawing original diagrams and algorithms and critical revision for important intellectual content. NA gave final approval of the manuscript.

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