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What is a Bone Tumor?
When cells in a bone grow out of control, they produce a lump or mass
of irregular tissue, which is known as a bone tumor.
Several types of bone tumors aren't deadly (not cancerous). It is
extremely uncommon for benign tumors to become life-threatening or
spread to other parts of the body, but it does happen.
Certain bone tumors can be dangerous (cancerous). Most of the time,
people who have cancer get chemotherapy, radiation, and surgery for
bone cancer treatment.
Understanding the different types of Bone Tumors:
All kinds of bone tumors are not cancerous. Most importantly, tumors that occur in the bone are benign. Here are a few types of cancerous and benign tumors,
The common warning signs of Bone Tumors can include:
- A visible bulge or swelling.
- Pain that grows over time may be severe. Even when you're relaxing, it may hurt.
- Breaks or fractures caused by a developing bone tumor weaken the bones.
- Shooting pain in the bone
- Swelling and discomfort in the injured area
- Fractured bone due to weakened bone
- Fatigue
- Quick weight loss
Diagnosis of the Bone Tumor :
Not all tumors are cancerous; it is important to undergo a proper diagnosis to identify if it is a cancerous tumor. Diagnosing at the right time can avoid high complications. Few major diagnostic tests include,
Physical examination:
Your doctor will do a comprehensive physical examination, with special attention to the tumor mass. They'll be looking for:
- Swelling or pain in the tumor's vicinity
- Changes in the top layer of skin
- The presence of a large group
- Any possible effects of the tumor on neighboring joints
Your doctor may examine other regions of your body to rule out malignancies that have spread to your bones.
X-rays:
Dense structures, such as bone, are visualized using X-rays. To rule out a bone tumor, your doctor will most likely order an X-ray. Different forms of cancer may appear differently on an X-ray. Some substances cause the bone to dissolve or a hole to form. Others lead to the formation of more bone. Some people are capable of doing both.
Biopsy:
A biopsy may be required to confirm the diagnosis of a bone tumor. A biopsy is a procedure in which a sample of tissue from the tumor is taken. This material is examined and analyzed under a microscope by a pathologist (a doctor who identifies diseases by studying abnormal cells).
Treatment options to treat Bone Tumors:
Surgical options : Surgically treating benign bone tumors entails removing the tumor and encouraging the formation of new healthy bone at the tumor location. The surgeon's bone cancer treatment should remove them with as little harm to the surrounding normal bone structure as possible.
Medical Surgery for malignant tumor : Surgery for metastatic bone cancer treatment, in most situations, includes removing the tumor in one piece, along with a tiny amount of good tissue surrounding it. The surgeon replaces the missing bone with bone from another location of your body, bone from a bone bank, or metal and hard plastic.
Limb salvage surgery : The cancerous bone is removed, but the surrounding muscles, tendons, nerves, and blood vessels are preserved as much as possible. The tumor and a portion of healthy tissue surrounding it will be removed by the surgeon.
Radiation therapy : Radiation is frequently used in conjunction with surgery. High-dose X-rays are used to shrink tumors and kill cancer cells before surgery. Radiation can also help to relieve pain and lower the risk of bone fractures.
FAQ Questions? Answered!
The vast majority of bone tumors are non-cancerous (not cancerous). In the vast majority of cases, benign tumors are not life-threatening and do not spread to other parts of the body. Depending on the type of tumor, treatment options range from simple observation to surgery to remove the tumor.
Although benign tumors are normally painless, they frequently cause bone pain. The discomfort might be excruciating. Pain can strike at any time of day or night, and it tends to worsen over time.
A simple, unicameral bone cyst is a benign (noncancerous) bone tumor that mostly affects children and teenagers.
Bone cancers tend to develop in the bones. Abnormal tissue might displace healthy tissue as the tumor grows. Cancerous tumors are often malign. A benign tumor cannot be classified as cancerous.
The majority of bone tumors are benign (noncancerous), but a small percentage are cancerous. Primary bone tumors are extremely uncommon, accounting for less than 0.2 percent of all cancer cases. The majority of bone cancer cases are metastatic, meaning the illness has migrated from another part of the body to the bones.
What Our Patients Are Saying
My son complained about severe pain in the bone. We were quite worried about it. We then visited Sri Ramakrishna Hospital upon a friend's reference. The doctors performed a couple of tests and informed me there was a tumor growing on the bone. The doctors assured me that it was not a cancer tumor and could be removed. As the doctors informed me, the procedure went quickly, and my son recovered quickly. Thank you, Sri Ramakrishna Hospital, for your care and treatment.
Kalpana
Coimbatore
I noticed a bulge growing on my right leg, and it did not seem to go away. I consulted Sri Ramakrishna hospital after looking on the internet. Thankfully the doctors immediately conducted a few tests and explained my condition. My bulge was removed through a very quick surgery, and thankfully it was not a cancer tumor, and I recovered quickly. Thank you, doctor, for the immediate treatment.
Ranjith
Coimbatore
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Our Department of Oncology has treated over 20,000+ patients with bone cancer over the last 48
years. Our highly experienced Orthopedists will ensure you receive the best bone cancer
treatment in Coimbatore.
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Dr. R. VIJAYARAJ
MBBS., D.ORTHO., MS., FRCS(UK)., M.CH(Ortho) Consultant Orthopaedic Surgeon
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MBBS., FRCS., M.Ch (ORTHO)., Arthroplasty Fellow., Fellow Pediatric Orthopedics.,Awards & Achievements
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