Patient's question:
Children, 9 years old, developed a fever on December 28th, followed by swelling in their feet and hands. CT and MRI scans were performed, and the diagnosis was osteomyelitis, which is contagious. The current results show improvement, with their hands and feet no longer swollen and no fever. Later, bone marrow was drawn, and the results indicated elevated values, suggesting there might be an issue, but no definitive diagnosis was made.Doctor's answer:
Osteomyelitis is an infectious disease, and most patients with osteomyelitis respond well to antibiotic treatment. The cause is bacterial spread to the bone marrow through the bloodstream. The treatment approach varies depending on the specific infection. Some patients may require surgery for treatment. It is recommended that you visit a regular hospital's specialized department for thorough examination and treatment. Early treatment leads to early recovery.