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Multiple Myeloma Negligence & Misdiagnosis Claims Solicitors.
Discovering you have multiple myeloma is an incredibly difficult moment, often accompanied by fear, uncertainty, and a need to quickly adjust to extensive treatment plans.
For many people, the emotional toll is compounded by the physical demands of treatment and the sudden disruption to daily life, work, and relationships.
That experience can feel even more overwhelming if you later learn that signs of your illness were missed or misinterpreted, and that an earlier diagnosis might have led to a very different outcome. Sadly, misdiagnosis and delays are not uncommon, Because early symptoms often include bone pain, fatigue, or frequent infections, it is sometimes mistaken for less serious conditions. When a diagnosis is delayed, the cancer may progress further before treatment begins, limiting the options available and increasing the risk of complications. In some cases, patients may even receive treatment for the wrong condition, leading to avoidable harm.
Multiple myeloma affects the bone marrow and can spread throughout the body if not identified and managed promptly. Early diagnosis is key to improving outcomes and reducing the impact of the disease, which makes it especially distressing when medical professionals fail to recognise warning signs or act on concerns in a timely way.
At Lanyon Bowdler, we understand how deeply this can affect your health, your confidence in the healthcare system, and your sense of justice. If your diagnosis was delayed or incorrect due to medical negligence, and your condition has worsened as a result, you may be entitled to make a multiple myeloma negligence claim. Our dedicated medical negligence solicitors are here to offer clear, compassionate advice and to support you in taking the next step forward.
We’re here to listen, and to help you explore your legal options with sensitivity and care. To speak in confidence with a member of our experienced team, please contact us for a free, no-obligation consultation.
Can I claim compensation for Multiple Myeloma Negligence?
If you have experienced negligent treatment from a medical professional which has led to your cancer spreading and worsening, you may be entitled to make a claim for compensation. All medical professionals owe a duty of care to their patients, and a breach in that duty of care can have dire consequences for you or your family.
If you have sadly lost a loved one due to their cancer spreading and becoming untreatable after a misdiagnosis you may be able to claim compensation on their behalf, our helpful medical negligence team are on hand to discuss your case and offer advice.
Our Multiple Myeloma Claims Expertise
Lanyon Bowdler is a specialised firm of medical negligence solicitors. With years of experience, we support clients in claims related to medical negligence in cancer cases, including those involving multiple myeloma misdiagnosis. Our expertise in this field is recognised by national organisations, peers and clients across the UK.
The Medical Negligence Team is recognised in Tier 1 for the West Midlands in the 2026 edition of Legal 500. A testimonial states: “The clinical negligence team at Lanyon Bowdler are committed, passionate, compassionate and caring. They take time to fully understand their client’s needs and wishes and provide the necessary support and care to holistically manage their client’s case”
Chambers UK 2026 rank the department in Band 1 for the Midlands and states “Lanyon Bowdler Solicitors has an impressive practice group with a growing presence across the West Midlands. The team offers specialist advice across the full gamut of clinical negligence mandates, with particular experience in cases of surgical error, delayed diagnosis and failure to supervise those at risk of suicide. The firm is additionally skilled in cases relating to post-surgical negligence, brain injury and fatal claims.”
Listen here to Beth Heath and a former colleague from the Clinical Negligence team talk about the delay in diagnosis of Cancer, using fictitious, but typical cases to illustrate the challenges people are facing.
Your Multiple Myeloma Compensation questions answered
Multiple myeloma is a type of cancer that begins in the bone marrow, and often affects multiple parts of the body including the spine, pelvis ribs and skull. Bone marrow is a spongy tissue which can be found at the centre of some bones, and it is responsible for producing the body’s blood cells. Multiple myeloma affects a particular type of blood cell, known as plasma, within the bone marrow and occurs when the myeloma cells expand uncontrollably within the bone marrow, affecting the production of blood cells and causing damage to the bones.
Unlike many other types of cancer, multiple myeloma does not cause a lump or tumour to form, which can therefore make it more difficult to detect and diagnose and can sometimes result in a misdiagnosis occurring.
In the early stages of the disease, many patients do not experience any symptoms. When symptoms do begin to show, the cancer is often quite advanced, so any delay in receiving a diagnosis and treatment can have a detrimental impact on a patient.
The key symptoms to look out for include:
- Persistent bone pain
- Weak bones that fracture easily
- Unexplained weight loss
- Blurred vision
- Headaches
- Dizziness
- Unexplained bruising
- Unusual and/or heavy bleeding
- Kidney failure
- Feeling very tired and weak
- Hypercalcaemia
- Anaemia
If you experience any of these symptoms, or any other symptoms which give you cause for concern, it is always a good idea to see your GP as soon as possible. The earlier multiple myeloma cancer is diagnosed and treated, the better the long term prognosis will generally be.
If your diagnosis has been delayed due to medical negligence and your condition has worsened as a result, you may be entitled to claim compensation; our experienced medical negligence solicitors are available to offer advice and answer any questions you may have.
The symptoms of multiple myeloma don’t often present themselves properly until the disease is quite advanced, so it can be difficult to spot the early signs. Some of the symptoms, such as dizziness, headaches, feeling weak and tired, and unexplained weight loss can be attributed to several other conditions which may not be as serious as cancer, and are the kind of symptoms that some people may not necessarily think to consult their GP about straight away.
Due to the delay in symptoms of multiple myeloma showing, and the vague nature of some of the symptoms, the condition can sometimes be misdiagnosed. Some examples of how medical negligence can contribute to the misdiagnosis of multiple myeloma include:
- Failure to listen to a patient’s concerns upon presenting with symptoms
- Failure to refer a patient to an oncologist for further testing
- Failure to carry out the necessary testing
- Failure to read and interpret the test results accurately
- Failure to follow up on abnormal test results
- Failure to prescribe the correct course of treatment
It is not known exactly why multiple myeloma develops, however there are several risk factors which are thought to increase the likelihood of a person developing the disease, including:
- Being male
- Being aged over 50
- Being African American
- Being in the obese category
- Previous exposure to radiation
- A history of Gaucher Disease
- Working in a petroleum-related industry
- Having close relatives who have had myeloma
If you fall into one or more of these at-risk categories, it does not necessarily mean that you will develop multiple myeloma. However, if you present to your doctor with symptoms and you have any of the known risk factors, they have a duty of care to carry out thorough testing to rule out or diagnose cancer. Failure to order the necessary tests, or failure to interpret the results accurately can constitute medical negligence and form the basis for a compensation claim.
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Contact our Multiple Myeloma Solicitors
Please get in touch with one of our specialist medical negligence lawyers if you consider that you may have a Multiple Myeloma Negligence Claim.
At Lanyon Bowdler, we take pride in being a friendly and approachable law firm in Wales, so please get in touch if you or a loved one have been affected by a late or missed diagnosis, or incorrect treatment. We have the expertise to handle your leukaemia negligence case with the utmost care and diligence.
We pride ourselves on providing a holistic service, tailored to the individual needs of each client. Our highly trained team of medical negligence solicitors handle each case carefully, taking the time to really get to know you and understand what you have been through, ensuring we are able to meet your needs.
As well as providing legal services, we may be able to help you to access private medical treatment and alternative therapies that may not be available to you otherwise.
We have offices in Shrewsbury, Telford, Oswestry, Ludlow, Hereford, Bromyard and Conwy, where our friendly, knowledgeable staff will be happy to welcome you for an initial chat about your requirements.
Please don’t hesitate to get in touch today and a member of our team will be happy to discuss your case and offer advice.
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