Hello @marshelle,

I understand what you mean by, "I should have called the oncologist but don’t want to be overreacting." Any diagnosis of cancer puts you on "high-alert" to any new pain or change, doesn't it?

Communication is so important. You need not worry about overreacting, though, as oncology offices are well prepared for the anxiety that comes with cancer. As @colleenyoung said the information about the back pain might help them to decide on a follow up to look at what's going on. It's always good to communicate any new symptoms.

I do hope that your husband's pain is just a result of a new sleeping position and that it doesn't represent anything serious. Will you give the doctor's office a call or a notify them on the patient portal just to make them aware of this new pain?