What are the diagnostic criteria and treatment options for an elderly patient with suspected multiple myeloma (MM) and potential comorbidities, using criteria such as hypercalcemia, renal impairment, anemia, and bone lesions, and considering medications like lenalidomide (Revlimid) and dexamethasone?

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