Osteomyelitis
What is it?
Osteomyelitis refers to bone infection caused by bacteria traveling in the blood or in the bone itself. Risk factors include diabetes and kidney failure.
Signs & symptoms
Symptoms include red, warm, swelling and pain of the affected area as well as fever and fatigue.
Diagnosis
Diagnosis is based upon findings from medical history and physical examination. Further evaluation may include blood, imaging tests and bone biopsy.
Treatment
Treatment includes medications, antibiotics, and surgery.
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