(HealthDay News) -- Osteomyelitis, an inflammation of bone tissue that often stems from an infection, can affect people of all ages.
Here's a list of common symptoms, courtesy of the Loyola University Health System:
- Fever.
- Pain or tenderness.
- Irritability.
- Swelling, redness or warmth near the affected area.
- Difficulty walking or moving joints near the affected area.
- Limping.
- Stiff Back.
Blood tests, X-rays, a CAT scan and ultrasound may be used to diagnose osteomyelitis; treatment depends on a patient's age, medical history, and the extent of the condition.
Long-term complications could include stunted growth in children, fractures of the affected bone, and gangrene.
