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New growth in the bone marrow is,

New growth in the bone marrow is, Correct Answer Myeloma

Concept:-

Bone marrow: it is a spongy substance found in the center of some bones.

  • It manufactures the 3 most important substances
  1. WBC
  2. RBC
  3. Platelets

Structure of Bone Marrow:

Explanation:-

  • Myeloma: it is a type of blood cancer that develops from plasma cells in the bone marrow. In this condition, plasma cells become cancerous and multiply.

Symptoms:

  • Pain in back and bones
  • Fatigue
  • Loss of appetite
  • Constipation
  • Kidney damage

 

Additional Information

 

Osteoma

It is a benign bone tumor that arises from osteoblasts.

 

Myoma

 

It is a benign abnormal growth in the muscle of the uterus.

 

Odontoma

 

It is a benign tumor originating from a tooth containing dental tissues.

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