Osteomyelitis
Disease Information
Overview
Osteomyelitis is the term for a bone infection. Bacteria or viruses in your child's bloodstream or tissue may infect a bone, causing osteomyelitis. Infection is more common in the long bones of the body, but it can affect any bone.
- Osteomyelitis is a serious condition requiring immediate medical attention.
- It's more common in premature infants and babies born with complications.
- The treatment for osteomyelitis usually involves antibiotics.
- In rare and severe cases, a bone may need to be amputated.
