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Could you tell me what are really early signs of bone cancer in leg?

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Primary: Bone cancer is rare. A common symptom would be pain.

Answered 6/18/2013

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Pain, swelling, mass: Most common signs are progressive pain, swelling and firm mass.

Dr Stein agreed

Answered 9/11/2013

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