Primary bone cancer (that is, it originates from the bone itself) is a rare disease. It can grow on any of the bones in the body. It occurs mainly in children and young adults, although it can affect patients of any age. Bone cancer forms from the cells that make bone a hard tissue. The most common types of primary bone cancer are osteosarcoma and chondrosarcoma.

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Metastatic bone cancer (arising from another part of the body and spreading to the bone) is much more common than primary bone cancer. The most common organs that give this cancer are breast, lung, kidney and prostate. Metastases are most frequently found in the hip, femur, shoulder, and spine.

 

Symptoms for bone cancer

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The most common symptom is pain; There may also be swelling or tenderness at the site affected by the tumor. Sometimes fatigue or fever may also occur. Only a doctor can tell whether or not it is bone cancer.

 

Treatment for bone cancer

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The treatment of primary bone cancer is surgery, however, this can be combined with chemotherapy and radiotherapy. The goal is to preserve the form and function of the bones while giving the best chance of a cure or long-term control of the disease.

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On some occasions, chemotherapy or radiotherapy is given before operating on the tumor to reduce its size and facilitate its resection.