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New onset of dull, aching pain in mid and lower spinal area
Breast Cancer | Last Active: Aug 3 12:54am | Replies (12)Comment receiving replies
Thank you for your feedback--this is very helpful! So, I am thinking my Oncologist might refer me to my PCP for an xray as well--which could provide some peace of mind.
Thank you for your question...yes, I do worry about spread to the bone. I feel confident the ache is not from an injury. I could see how it might be arthalgia or even a side effect from Letrozele or Zometa. I just don't want to overlook anything and since this is, relatively, a new "effect", I want to make sure to monitor it appropriately.
Thank you so much!
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The thread on recurrence while on an AI deals with a similar concern (linked below) so you are wise to investigate. My oncologist is very cavalier about recurrence. If you continue to be concerned, scans (like PET scan) might be reassuring, beyond the x-ray. I am almost 10 years post diagnosis and feel nervous about unusual pains. I get it!
https://connect.mayoclinic.org/discussion/anyone-had-cancer-return-while-taking-hormone-therapy-meds/?pg=2#comment-1106415 The post on recurrence is not meant to alarm you but validate your request for testing.
Breastcancer.org is another great site by the way!