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Can Back Pain Be Related To Cervical Cancer?

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Posted on Fri, 23 Jun 2017
Question: When can back pain be related to cervical cancer?
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Answered by Dr. Deepti Verma (53 minutes later)
Brief Answer:
Get examined by a neurologist and get investigated as advised

Detailed Answer:
Hello,
I have gone through your question and understand your concerns.
Back pain may occur due to metastasis of cervical cancer to lumbar vertebrae.
Unrelated back pain can also be present due to disc disease or muscular spasm.
Examination by a neurologist is required.
Mri spine may be required if suspicion of metastasis.
Hope you found the answer helpful.
Regards
Dr Deepti Verma
OBGYN specialist
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Can Back Pain Be Related To Cervical Cancer?

Brief Answer: Get examined by a neurologist and get investigated as advised Detailed Answer: Hello, I have gone through your question and understand your concerns. Back pain may occur due to metastasis of cervical cancer to lumbar vertebrae. Unrelated back pain can also be present due to disc disease or muscular spasm. Examination by a neurologist is required. Mri spine may be required if suspicion of metastasis. Hope you found the answer helpful. Regards Dr Deepti Verma OBGYN specialist