What are the symptoms of bone cancer?
Disease description:
In the past six months, I have frequently experienced discomfort symptoms such as numbness or pain in the lower limbs. After visiting the hospital, I was diagnosed with bone cancer. I would like to know what are the symptoms and manifestations of bone cancer?
Doctor's answer (1)
Dr. Qi Zhirong
The symptoms of bone cancer vary and mainly include the following aspects:
1. **Pain**: One of the typical symptoms of bone cancer is bone pain, which may be intermittent or persistent, and is often more pronounced at night or during rest.
2. **Swelling and Mass**: A hard mass may be palpable on the bone surface, sometimes accompanied by pain. It may also cause numbness in the distal part of the affected limb due to compression of nerves and blood vessels.
3. **Fracture**: Bone cancer can lead to pathological fractures—fractures that occur without significant external force. These fractures typically show no obvious displacement.
4. **General Symptoms**: In advanced stages, patients may experience systemic symptoms such as fever, weight loss, fatigue, and decreased activity tolerance.
It should be noted that these symptoms are not necessarily unique to bone cancer. If similar symptoms appear, it is recommended to seek timely medical evaluation and professional examination.
