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rose360
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14 years ago

Rib pain

Has anyone had rib pain following radiation?  I have been doing some reading and apparently there can be inflammation of rib cage and your ribs can be  more prone to breaking. Routine appointment with oncologist I raised it as I was worried it might be cancer on bone of rib cage-he said not likely so soon after finishing chemo and radiation (finished 10 May). Chest Xray came back normal but it is still sore especially whn I apply any pressure. Have started wearing crop tops again as bras just too uncomfortable---seeing my GP next week-should I request a bone scan.....????

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  • I finished readiation 2 months ago and i have a lot of pain in my chest area around the site and ribs.Im figuring that it is all the nerves and cells regrowing thats causing the pain.I havnt any suggestions for easing it but after speaking to alot of people i think its normal xx