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Smoldering multiple myeloma (SMM) can progress to active multiple myeloma based on several factors:

- Time Since Diagnosis
- First 5 years: About 10% of people develop multiple myeloma each year.
- 5 to 10 years: About 3% develop multiple myeloma each year.
- 10 years or more: About 1% develop multiple myeloma each Show Full Answer

Smoldering multiple myeloma (SMM) can progress to active multiple myeloma based on several factors:

- Time Since Diagnosis:
- First 5 years: About 10% of people develop multiple myeloma each year.
- 5 to 10 years: About 3% develop multiple myeloma each year.
- 10 years or more: About 1% develop multiple myeloma each year.

- Risk Factors:
- Plasma cells with certain gene changes
- High numbers of plasma cells in the bone marrow
- High or increasing levels of M protein
- M protein made from IgA heavy chain
- Bone lesions visible on X-rays

Regular monitoring and tests are essential to assess the risk and detect any progression.

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