Good morning all, 6 years ago I was diagnosed with Prostrate cancer and have been through probably a similar journey to a number of people here, radiotherapy- chemo and after some positivity last year and earlier this year sadly it appears the cancer is spreading again- my question is since my last meeting I have been experiencing quite a lot of discomfort and pain, in my stomach, lower back especially and both inner muscles of my thighs, is this the cancer or just getting old and muscles do tighten and I have a history of playing sport including golf.
Hi Socrates8e0be
I do not think anyone on this forum is medically qualified to answer your query - and with your symptoms I would suggest that you at least call 111 and even try for a call with your GP.
Personally I am getting pain at the moment around my kidneys - and I do know I have a kidney stone rattling around as it showed up on my CT scans!!! I also have stomach issues which prompted my GP to refer me on for an endoscopy following the 2WW pathway. (nothing sinister but they did find an hiatus hernia)
So do please get yourself checked out by a medical professional. I am sure that they will be able to put your mind at rest.
All the very best
KrisPy
Hello socratesb8e0be
sadly it appears the cancer is spreading again-
That's a very broad statement to make. My oncology team have a system whereby anyone under their care report any new aches and pains directly to the oncology team They then decide if it's possibly cancer related to test to check and treat as appropriate - if it's not (as in the majority of cases) they send you off to your GP.
Personally I think you should contact your oncology team in the first instance - if they think it's cancer related they will have a look otherwise it's a GP appointment.
Do let us know how you get on.
Best wishes - Brian.

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