Kidney stones and arthritis are much more common causes of back pain.
Other forms of cancer, like kidney, pancreatic, or uterine cancers can also cause back pain.
It may be worse at night and when you take a deep breath.
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How Could Back Pain From Lung Cancer Feel?
However, back pain triggered by lung cancer also has distinct differences.
you gotta get medical care right away to prevent complications like paralysis.
Back Pain and Lung Cancer: Whats the Link?
Back pain can be one of the first symptoms of lung cancer.
In metastatic lung cancer, about 40% of people have cancer that spreads to bones.
The most common sites of spread are the spine and the large bones of the legs.
Cancer that gets into the vertebrae of the spine can lead to brittle, weak bones, andcompression fractures.
Breaks that occur in a bone weakened by cancer are called pathologic fractures.
Tell them about any other symptoms you have, not just back pain.
You will probably need to use more than one kind of treatment to get lasting relief.
If your back pain is not getting better with at-home treatments, call your provider.
If you have back pain that is getting worse or not going away, see a healthcare provider.
Be sure to share any other symptoms you may have.
If it is cancer, early diagnosis allows for early treatment, increasing your likelihood of a better outcome.
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