A member asked:

Had bc 2005, gp sent for xray for back pain, stress fracture, pain real bad, coukd it be bone mets?

2 doctors weighed in across 2 answers
Dr. John Michalski answered

Specializes in Orthopedic Surgery

Bone: Could be mets, but need thorough exam, possibly bone scan & work up.

Answered 3/26/2013

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Talk with your GP: Yes it could be but there are other causes as well like osteoporosis for one. They may need to do additional tests to be sure.

Answered 12/18/2012

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