Bone metastasis

Overview

Bone metastasis is a condition that occurs when cancer cells spread from their original site to a bone. This is more common with breast and prostate cancer. The pelvis and spine are commonly affected.

Symptoms

Symptoms include bone pain, breaks, and urinary incontinence.

Treatments

Treatments include medication, radiation, and surgery.

Last Updated Jun 13, 2017


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