What is bone cancer?
Bone cancer can be primary (when it originates in the bone) or secondary (when it comes from metastases of other cancers, such as breast, prostate, or lung cancer). The most common types of primary bone cancer include:
Osteosarcoma,
Chondrosarcoma
, Ewing sarcoma.
Symptoms and warning signs of bone cancer.
Below are some of the most common symptoms that could indicate the presence of this disease:
Persistent bone pain.
Pain in the bones, especially if it worsens at night or with physical activity, is one of the most common symptoms. It can start as a mild discomfort and gradually become more intense.
Swelling or lumps.
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