Types
A reoccurring infection
What is Chronic Osteomyelitis
Fever, Unexplained Fatigue, Edema, Swelling, Pain, Pus, Decreased appetite, Nausea & vomiting
What are the symptoms for Osteomyelitis?
In the case of bone necrosis and/or the inability to stop the spread onto other regions
Amputation
The physical removal of infection/bone
What is surgery?
Sudden infection that occur within days
What is Acute Osteomyelitis
Smoking, Diabetes, Chronic conditions, Pregnancy
What are the comorbidities of Osteomyelitis?
The result of an obstruction in blood supply in the bones
Osteonecrosis
Used for inflammation, pain and anxiety
What are NSAIDs?
Infection of the spine, most common in adults
What is Vertebral Osteomyelitis?
2 to 5 people out of every 10,000
What is the occurrence rate?
Organ dysfunction due to a dysregulated host response to osteomyelitis
What is sepsis/Septic Shock
Usually given for 4-8 weeks or for months if chronic
What are antibiotic treatments?
Often Asymptomatic (Undetected)
What is Chronic Osteomyelitis?
11.7%
Developing disruption seen in children
What is growth disruption?
Treatment is given for months & may come with severe side effects
What are Antifungal Treatments?
Treatments are unsuccessful
What is Chronic Osteomyelitis?
20-30% risk
What is the relapse rate?
May result due to an infected sore wound
What is skin cancer?
Pus and Fluid removal for immediate relief
What is Needle Aspiration?