Abstract
Multiple myeloma is a plasma cell disorder characterized by clonal proliferation and monoclonal immunoglobulin production. The disease manifestations are secondary to direct invasion of plasma cells and excessive light chain production. AL amyloidosis is seen in Multiple myeloma due to light chain deposition. Here we report a case of elderly male presented with multiple swellings and dark pigmentation around both eyes and progressive weakness and stiffness in both limbs diagnosed to have Multiple myeloma with cutaneous and systemic amyloidosis.
Keywords: Multiple myeloma, AL amyloidosis, Cutaneous amyloidosis.
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Corresponding Author
Dr Harsha
Junior Resident, Department of Medicine, K S Hegde Medical Academy
DOI: https://dx.doi.org/10.18535/jmscr/v8i3.44
