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| 5/30/2006 | I have had an annoying sore spot in the area of my back lower ribs for about 10 weeks.Six weeks ago my oncologist had a total body scan and a bone scan done and I was told they "were okay". I still have this area of soreness which seems worse at night. Should I still be concerned? I have never had something like this before and do not want to be overly concerned, but do not want to ignore something either. Any suggestions? | ||
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| 5/30/2006 | make him aware that this persists so he can do more tests to determine the cause. | ||
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