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5 Cancers Most Likely to Spread to Your Bones

This article is for general information and is not a substitute for professional medical advice. Talk to a qualified health provider about your situation.

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5. Thyroid cancer

Unlike other cancers, thyroid cancer is generally detected much earlier. Most people find out that they have this condition around the age of 51. Also, this type of cancer is more common among women. The condition is three times more prevalent in women than men.

When cancer spreads, the bones unintentionally offer a welcoming place for tumors to grow. This can cause spinal cord compression and fractures.

According to researchers from the University of Michigan, those who have bone metastasis have a poorer life expectancy than those who have metastasis to other organs. Hopefully, thyroid cancer is detected early, and it usually doesn’t spread. Only 8% of those diagnosed with thyroid cancer had metastases in their bones.

Next, we are going to list the most common symptoms of bone metastasis. Keep reading to find out more.

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