Bone Metastases: symptoms and which specialist to see

Bone Metastases

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Bone metastasis is the presence of cells from a cancer that originated in another part of the body and have spread to the bone tissue.

Possible manifestations: It can be associated with bone pain, greater fragility of the bone, or localized discomfort that persists over time.

When to consult? Bone pain that does not improve, especially in people with a history of cancer, warrants medical evaluation.

Which specialists treat it? The management of bone metastasis is usually a joint effort: the oncologist coordinates the overall picture, the radiation oncologist and the radiation therapist take part in its approach, and the orthopedist evaluates the bone component. Discussing any symptom with your medical team allows for a timely evaluation.

Data on 112 doctors who treat bone metastases

Typical price

$945 MXN

57% above the national median

50% charge between $800 and $1,200 MXN

99% with verified license

Insurance accepted

MetLife 13 GNP Seguros 12 Allianz 11 AXA Seguros 11 Mapfre 11 Seguros Atlas 11

Which specialist treats bone metastases?

Bone metastasis should be evaluated by an orthopedist, a specialist in the skeletal system, and by a radiation oncologist when radiation therapy is part of the treatment. You can find these specialists available.

Orthopedist Radiation Oncologist