Bone Infection Symptoms

BONE INFECTION

DESCRIPTION

Bone infection is also known osteomyelitis. Osteomyelitis is an infection in a bone. Infections can reach a bone by traveling through the bloodstream or spreading from nearby tissue. Infections can also begin in the bone itself if an injury exposes the bone to germs.

Symptoms –

Fever

Swelling

Pain

Fatigue

Risk factors –

Recent injury or orthopedic surgery

Circulation disorders

Problems requiring intravenous lines or catheters

Impair immune system

Illicit drugs

Diagnosis and test –

Blood test

Imaging tests

Bone biopsy

Treatment –

Medications

Drain the infected area

Remove diseased bone and tissue

Restore blood flow to the bone

Remove any foreign objects

Amputate the limb