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Questions to Ask Your Doctor About Cancer and Bone Pain

With my particular cancer, what is my risk of developing bone metastases?
If my cancer metastasizes to the bones, which bones are likely to be affected?
Could my current cancer therapy increase the risk of bone loss?
Could any of my prior cancer therapies have increased the risk of bone loss?
Do any of the medications I take for other conditions increase my risk of bone loss?
What are the first signs of bone metastases?
What are the best tests to find out if I have bone metastases or bone complications?
Will you order X-Rays, nuclear bone scans, CT scans or other tests?
What are the newest advances in bone metastases treatment?
What can I do to maintain bone health during my cancer treatment?
What is the most effective treatment for bone metastases, for both short and long-term treatment?
What are the complications of bone metastases?
Am I a candidate for bisphosphonates or radiopharmaceuticals such as Quadramet®?
What are all the side effects I could expect with treatment and what are the signs and symptoms?