Chrondrosarcoma Symptoms & Diagnosis

Symptoms

Symptoms will vary from person to person. The location and severity of the tumor will affect them. The most common symptoms of chondrosarcoma include:

• Large lump or mass on a bone
• Pressure surrounding the mass
• Pain that worsens at night
• Pain that responds to anti-inflammatory pain relievers
• Pain that does not improve with rest
• Pain that gradually worsens over time and may last for years

Diagnosis

Your doctor will ask about your symptoms and medical history. A physical exam will be done.

Tests may include the following:

• Biopsy —removal of a sample of tissue to check for a tumor (to diagnose a malignancy)
• X-ray —a test that uses radiation to take images of tissues, bones, and cartilage
• CT scan —a type of x-ray that uses a computer to make pictures of internal organs, bones, and cartilage
• MRI scan —a test that uses magnetic waves to make pictures of internal organs, bones, and cartilage
• PET scan —a test to evaluate the metabolic activity of tissues.
• Blood tests—to determine abnormalities in the blood