A boy with leukemia screams whenever he needs to be turned or moved.What is the most probable cause of his pain?
A) Edema
B) Bone involvement
C) Petechial hemorrhages
D) Changes within the muscles

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The invasion of the bone marrow with leukemic cells gradually causes a weakening of the bone and a tendency toward fractures.As leukemic cells invade the periosteum,increasing pressure causes severe pain.Edema,petechial hemorrhages,and muscular changes would not cause severe pain.

A Boy with Leukemia Screams Whenever He Needs to Be