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WM Glossary

With a diagnosis of WM, you may be coming across new and unfamiliar words. Don’t worry, if you come across a term you don’t know when talking to your doctor, reading information or chatting with others affected by disease, just look it up in our WM glossary below.

Hello and welcome to our easy-to-understand glossary all about Waldenstrom’s Macroglobulinaemia (WM). If you’re dealing with WM, caring for someone who is, or just want to learn more, you might come across some pretty tricky words and phrases. We’re here to help explain these complicated medical and scientific terms that can feel overwhelming when you’re getting a diagnosis, starting treatment, or just learning about WM.

How to Find What You Need:

  • Alphabetical List: We’ve sorted everything from A to Z, so finding what you need is a breeze. Just click on the letters above and browse around.


We made this glossary to help you feel more informed and confident when talking about WM and making health decisions. Knowing what these terms mean can really make a difference in understanding WM and how it affects you or your loved ones.

Need more help or info? Feel free to reach out to us or give our support line a ring. We’re here to make things clearer and support you every step of the way.

WM Glossary