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Bone Cancer
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UNDERSTANDING BONE CANCER

What to know

This page provides a starting point for learning about bone cancer. Cancer types and individual experiences vary, and information here is not a substitute for personalized medical guidance.

Possible signs

Persistent bone pain, swelling or a lump, and fractures without a clear cause can need assessment. Most bone pain is not cancer.

  • Keep track of changes that are new, persistent, or unusual for you.
  • Symptoms can have many causes and do not necessarily mean cancer.

Risk factors

Primary bone cancers are rare. Risk varies by type and can involve certain inherited conditions or previous radiation treatment.

  • Having a risk factor does not mean a person will develop cancer.
  • Share relevant personal and family history with a healthcare professional.

When to seek guidance

Seek medical evaluation for persistent or worsening bone pain or swelling. Testing is needed to determine the cause.

  • Ask about tests, screening, or follow-up appropriate to your age and personal risk.
  • Seek urgent care for severe or rapidly worsening symptoms.
Important: Educational information only. This page cannot diagnose symptoms or recommend an individual treatment plan. Consult a qualified healthcare professional about health concerns.

TRUSTED SOURCES

Learn from established organizations

Use reputable sources and discuss personal questions with a healthcare professional.

↗National Cancer InstituteGovernment cancer research and information resources.Visit ↗↗American Cancer SocietyCancer education, treatment information, and support.Visit ↗↗CDC Cancer ResourcesPublic health information, prevention, and screening.Visit ↗
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