What causes bone lesions?

Causes of bone lesions include infections, fractures, or tumors. When cells within the bone start to divide uncontrollably, they are sometimes called bone tumors. Most bone lesions are benign, meaning they are not cancerous. read more

The causes of bone tumors aren’t known. A few possible causes are genetics, radiation treatment, and injuries to the bones. Osteosarcoma has been linked to radiation treatment (particularly high doses of radiation) and other anticancer drugs, especially in children. read more

The U.S. National Library of Medicine cites other potential causes of bone lesions that include osteomyelitis, osteomalacia, rickets and osteitis fibrosa. Considerations The U.S. National Library of Medicine notes that certain causes of bone lesions may coexist with disorders that cause blood-clotting abnormalities. read more

This makes them thin and creates areas of abnormal bone called bone lesions. Almost everyone who has multiple myeloma will have bone lesions at some time. Causes. In normal bone, a process called bone remodeling keeps your bones healthy and strong. Special cells called osteoclasts break down old bone. Osteoblasts lay down new bone in its place. read more