Low back pain

Hello I had spinal fusion L4/L5 and stenosis surgery mistakenly because of misdiagnosis, before being diagnosed with spinal lymphoma high grade DCBL. i was immediately treated with high dose R-CHOP and methotrexate chemotherapy 8 doses over 6 months. I have been in remission for a year, every day is a struggle but I am improving phsically although every fibre of my body has aches and pains ( I do not have rheumatoid arthritis), and I have the usual peripheral neuropathy. I can understand how you feel as I went through the same anxiety initially after treatment. Firstly you're not being stupid, if you have any concerns whatsoever run them past your cancer care team who will investigate if necessary with a scan and reassure you. It is very difficult for us to know what the difference is between normal muscular aches and pains and return of THE disease. I live with various aches and pains in my lower back every day, often it's associated with the walking I do to try and regain my strength but if you're worried don't hesitate to speak to your nurse or doctor! I hope this helps, good luck with your recovery. Mrs Jeddah!

Thanks Jeddah - I’m hoping to see my radiologist before I start so I’ll mention it to her. I miss being carefree about physical pains - everything is a worry now x

Hi , I have TNBC and am nearing the end of 4 months of chemotherapy before having surgery. I am finding that I get a lot of lower back pain which I think is muscular. I talk to my oncologist about it when I see him and he thinks it is down to the treatment. Like you I do worry sometimes about it and miss being carefree about aches and pains. If you are worried talk to your nurses and doctor. Wishing you well xx

Thanks so much Holly. I actually feel a bit better this morning and I wonder if actually saying my worries aloud has helped! I am finding not having a point of contact for these queries now I’m finished chemo difficult but I also know I need to develop a bit of resilience about these things. Best of luck with your surgery - hope everything goes well for you xx