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What are the symptoms of bone metastasis in lung cancer?

Bone metastasis can cause severe pain, particularly in the neck or back area. When tumors form in the spine and press on nerves (spinal cord compression), you may experience
- Intense back or neck pain
- Numbness or weakness in the legs
- Difficulty with leg Show Full Answer

What are the symptoms of bone metastasis in lung cancer?

Bone metastasis can cause severe pain, particularly in the neck or back area. When tumors form in the spine and press on nerves (spinal cord compression), you may experience:
- Intense back or neck pain
- Numbness or weakness in the legs
- Difficulty with leg movement
- Loss of bladder or bowel control If you experience severe pain or any symptoms of spinal cord compression, seek immediate medical attention as this is considered a medical emergency that requires urgent treatment. To diagnose bone metastasis, doctors typically use imaging tests such as:
- PET scans (sometimes combined with CT scans)
- X-rays
- Bone scans
- MRI
In some cases, a bone biopsy may be needed for confirmation.

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Lung Cancer Metastasis to the Bones: What To Know