The production of malignant plasma cells and abnormal proteins results in a thickening of the blood called hyperviscosity syndrome, and it tends to occur in later stages of the disease. Hyperviscosity can cause bleeding from the nose and mouth. Blurred vision is a related symptom, and these signs can eventually cause severe problems including heart failure.

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