Osteomyelitis (Bone Infection)
Osteomyelitis is an infection of the bone. This can be caused by microorganisms such as bacteria, or fungus. The most common bacteria to cause a bone infection is staphylococcus aureus.
There are several routes in which these organisms can be introduced into the bone. It may enter through an injury, such as an open fracture, when the bone pierces through the skin. The organism can travel through the bloodstream and get carried into the bone. Lastly, an open wound can become the site at which the bacteria enters the bone beneath it.
To diagnose osteomyelitis, an X-ray may be ordered. If systemic infection is suspected stemming from the infected bone, blood work may be warranted. Treatment options for osteomyelitis includes antibiotics and surgeries.
Osteomyelitis is an infection of the bone. This can be caused by microorganisms such as bacteria, or fungus. The most common bacteria to cause a bone infection is staphylococcus aureus.
There are several routes in which these organisms can be introduced into the bone. It may enter through an injury, such as an open fracture, when the bone pierces through the skin. The organism can travel through the bloodstream and get carried into the bone. Lastly, an open wound can become the site at which the bacteria enters the bone beneath it.
To diagnose osteomyelitis, an X-ray may be ordered. If systemic infection is suspected stemming from the infected bone, blood work may be warranted. Treatment options for osteomyelitis includes antibiotics and surgeries.