Managing Bone Metastases and Pain

Prostate cancer cells that spread to the bone are known as prostate cancer bone metastases (not bone cancer). Once they settle in the bone, the cancer cells begin to interfere with the normal health and strength of the bones, often leading to bone pain, fracture, or other complications that can significantly impair one’s health.

Early detection of bone metastases can help to determine the best treatment strategy, and can help to ward off complications caused by the metastases.

In addition, because men with prostate cancer bone metastases often experience painful episodes, pain management and improving quality of life is an important part of all treatment strategies for men with bone metastases.

Additional Reading:

Chapter 8: Managing Bone Metastases and Pain