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Rheumatology

A joint is the place in the body where two bones connect. Joint pain, also called arthralgia, is a possible side effect of cancer and its treatment. Joint pain can occur in the hands, feet, knees, hips, shoulders, lower back, spine, and other joint areas.

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Joint pain can affect a person's quality of life and make other symptoms and side effects of cancer seem worse. It can even cause some people to stop treatment before it is finished. If you suffer from joint pain, consult your health care team. Symptom control is an important part of cancer care and treatment. This is called palliative care o supportive care.

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Joint pain symptoms

 

Joint pain can be mild or severe. It can last for a short time or it can be constant for a long time. Symptoms may include:

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  • Pain in a joint with movement or at rest.

  • Limited range of motion.

  • Stiffness after inactivity or during activity.

  • Swelling or tenderness in a joint.

  • Redness or warmth in a joint.

  • Inability to perform daily activities.

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Causes of joint pain

 

Joint pain can be caused by the following factors:

Cancer. Certain types of cancer are more likely to cause joint pain; for example: 

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  • Cancer that occurs near or within a joint, such as bone cancer.

  • Cancer that spreads to the bone.

  • Leukemia, which can cause cancer cells to clump together in the joints.

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