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	[[File:Mycobacterium_doricum_Osteomyelitis_and_Soft_Tissue_Infection.jpg\|~~thumb~~\|~~Mycobacterium_doricum_Osteomyelitis_and_Soft_Tissue_Infection.jpg~~]] ~~'''Infectious~~ bone ~~disease'''~~		{{SI}}
			{{Infobox medical condition
			\| name = Infectious bone disease
			\| image = [[File:Mycobacterium_doricum_Osteomyelitis_and_Soft_Tissue_Infection.jpg\|250px]]
			\| caption = X-ray showing osteomyelitis in the bone
			\| field = [[Infectious disease]], [[Orthopedic surgery]]
			\| synonyms = [[Osteomyelitis]], [[Septic arthritis]]
			\| symptoms = [[Fever]], [[localized pain]], [[swelling]], [[redness]]
			\| complications = [[Chronic osteomyelitis]], [[sepsis]], [[amputation]]
			\| onset = Acute or chronic
			\| duration = Varies
			\| causes = [[Bacterial infection]], [[fungal infection]], [[mycobacterial infection]]
			\| risks = [[Diabetes]], [[immunosuppression]], [[trauma]], [[surgery]]
			\| diagnosis = [[Blood test]], [[imaging studies]], [[bone biopsy]]
			\| differential = [[Bone tumor]], [[fracture]], [[cellulitis]]
			\| prevention = [[Good hygiene]], [[wound care]], [[vaccination]]
			\| treatment = [[Antibiotics]], [[surgical debridement]], [[hyperbaric oxygen therapy]]
			\| prognosis = Variable, depending on severity and treatment
			\| frequency = Common in certain populations
			}}
	'''Infectious bone disease''', also known as '''osteomyelitis''', is an infection of the [[bone]] or [[bone marrow]]. It can be caused by a variety of [[microorganisms]], including [[bacteria]], [[fungi]], and [[viruses]]. The condition can be acute or chronic and can affect any bone in the body.		'''Infectious bone disease''', also known as '''osteomyelitis''', is an infection of the [[bone]] or [[bone marrow]]. It can be caused by a variety of [[microorganisms]], including [[bacteria]], [[fungi]], and [[viruses]]. The condition can be acute or chronic and can affect any bone in the body.

	== Causes ==		== Causes ==
	The most common cause of infectious bone disease is [[Staphylococcus aureus]], a type of [[bacteria]] that can enter the bone through the bloodstream, from nearby infected tissue, or through direct contamination from an injury or surgical procedure. Other bacteria that can cause osteomyelitis include [[Streptococcus]] and [[Pseudomonas aeruginosa]]. Fungal infections, though less common, can also lead to osteomyelitis, particularly in individuals with weakened [[immune systems]].		The most common cause of infectious bone disease is [[Staphylococcus aureus]], a type of [[bacteria]] that can enter the bone through the bloodstream, from nearby infected tissue, or through direct contamination from an injury or surgical procedure. Other bacteria that can cause osteomyelitis include [[Streptococcus]] and [[Pseudomonas aeruginosa]]. Fungal infections, though less common, can also lead to osteomyelitis, particularly in individuals with weakened [[immune systems]].

	== Symptoms ==		== Symptoms ==
	Symptoms of infectious bone disease can vary depending on the severity and location of the infection. Common symptoms include:		Symptoms of infectious bone disease can vary depending on the severity and location of the infection. Common symptoms include:
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	* Fatigue		* Fatigue
	* Difficulty moving the affected limb or joint		* Difficulty moving the affected limb or joint

	== Diagnosis ==		== Diagnosis ==
	Diagnosis of infectious bone disease typically involves a combination of [[medical history]], [[physical examination]], and diagnostic tests. These tests may include:		Diagnosis of infectious bone disease typically involves a combination of [[medical history]], [[physical examination]], and diagnostic tests. These tests may include:
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	* [[Imaging studies]] such as [[X-rays]], [[MRI]], or [[CT scans]] to visualize the affected bone		* [[Imaging studies]] such as [[X-rays]], [[MRI]], or [[CT scans]] to visualize the affected bone
	* [[Bone biopsy]] to obtain a sample for [[microbiological]] analysis		* [[Bone biopsy]] to obtain a sample for [[microbiological]] analysis

	== Treatment ==		== Treatment ==
	Treatment for infectious bone disease usually involves a combination of [[antibiotic therapy]] and, in some cases, surgical intervention. The choice of antibiotics depends on the type of microorganism causing the infection. In severe cases, surgery may be necessary to remove infected bone tissue and drain abscesses.		Treatment for infectious bone disease usually involves a combination of [[antibiotic therapy]] and, in some cases, surgical intervention. The choice of antibiotics depends on the type of microorganism causing the infection. In severe cases, surgery may be necessary to remove infected bone tissue and drain abscesses.

	== Prevention ==		== Prevention ==
	Preventing infectious bone disease involves minimizing the risk of infection through proper wound care, maintaining good hygiene, and managing chronic conditions such as [[diabetes]] that can increase the risk of infection. Vaccinations and prompt treatment of infections can also help reduce the risk.		Preventing infectious bone disease involves minimizing the risk of infection through proper wound care, maintaining good hygiene, and managing chronic conditions such as [[diabetes]] that can increase the risk of infection. Vaccinations and prompt treatment of infections can also help reduce the risk.

	== Complications ==		== Complications ==
	If left untreated, infectious bone disease can lead to serious complications, including:		If left untreated, infectious bone disease can lead to serious complications, including:
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	* [[Sepsis]]		* [[Sepsis]]
	* Spread of infection to other parts of the body		* Spread of infection to other parts of the body

	== See also ==		== See also ==
	* [[Bone fracture]]		* [[Bone fracture]]
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	* [[Osteoporosis]]		* [[Osteoporosis]]
	* [[Bone cancer]]		* [[Bone cancer]]

	== References ==		== References ==
	{{Reflist}}		{{Reflist}}

	== External links ==		== External links ==
	{{Commons category\|Osteomyelitis}}		{{Commons category\|Osteomyelitis}}

	[[Category:Bone diseases]]		[[Category:Bone diseases]]
	[[Category:Infectious diseases]]		[[Category:Infectious diseases]]
	[[Category:Orthopedic diseases]]		[[Category:Orthopedic diseases]]
	[[Category:Medical conditions]]		[[Category:Medical conditions]]

	{{Infectious disease}}		{{Infectious disease}}
	{{medicine-stub}}		{{medicine-stub}}

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[[File:Mycobacterium_doricum_Osteomyelitis_and_Soft_Tissue_Infection.jpg|thumb|Mycobacterium_doricum_Osteomyelitis_and_Soft_Tissue_Infection.jpg]] '''Infectious bone disease'''

'''Infectious bone disease''', also known as '''osteomyelitis''', is an infection of the [[bone]] or [[bone marrow]]. It can be caused by a variety of [[microorganisms]], including [[bacteria]], [[fungi]], and [[viruses]]. The condition can be acute or chronic and can affect any bone in the body.

== Causes ==
The most common cause of infectious bone disease is [[Staphylococcus aureus]], a type of [[bacteria]] that can enter the bone through the bloodstream, from nearby infected tissue, or through direct contamination from an injury or surgical procedure. Other bacteria that can cause osteomyelitis include [[Streptococcus]] and [[Pseudomonas aeruginosa]]. Fungal infections, though less common, can also lead to osteomyelitis, particularly in individuals with weakened [[immune systems]].

== Symptoms ==
Symptoms of infectious bone disease can vary depending on the severity and location of the infection. Common symptoms include:
* Severe [[bone pain]]
* Swelling and redness over the affected area
* Fever and chills
* Fatigue
* Difficulty moving the affected limb or joint

== Diagnosis ==
Diagnosis of infectious bone disease typically involves a combination of [[medical history]], [[physical examination]], and diagnostic tests. These tests may include:
* [[Blood tests]] to identify the presence of infection
* [[Imaging studies]] such as [[X-rays]], [[MRI]], or [[CT scans]] to visualize the affected bone
* [[Bone biopsy]] to obtain a sample for [[microbiological]] analysis

== Treatment ==
Treatment for infectious bone disease usually involves a combination of [[antibiotic therapy]] and, in some cases, surgical intervention. The choice of antibiotics depends on the type of microorganism causing the infection. In severe cases, surgery may be necessary to remove infected bone tissue and drain abscesses.

== Prevention ==
Preventing infectious bone disease involves minimizing the risk of infection through proper wound care, maintaining good hygiene, and managing chronic conditions such as [[diabetes]] that can increase the risk of infection. Vaccinations and prompt treatment of infections can also help reduce the risk.

== Complications ==
If left untreated, infectious bone disease can lead to serious complications, including:
* Chronic osteomyelitis
* Bone necrosis
* [[Sepsis]]
* Spread of infection to other parts of the body

== See also ==
* [[Bone fracture]]
* [[Septic arthritis]]
* [[Osteoporosis]]
* [[Bone cancer]]

== References ==
{{Reflist}}

== External links ==
{{Commons category|Osteomyelitis}}

[[Category:Bone diseases]]
[[Category:Infectious diseases]]
[[Category:Orthopedic diseases]]
[[Category:Medical conditions]]

{{Infectious disease}}
{{medicine-stub}}

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