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Before diagnosing osteomyelitis, a specialist doctor performs a physical examination and may then request various tests to confirm the diagnosis. These tests may include:
* Complete Blood Count (CBC): Performed to assess signs of inflammation or infection in the body, particularly an increase in white blood cell count.
* Imaging Tests: Magnetic Resonance (MR), Computed Tomography (CT), and ultrasound provide detailed images of bones, muscles, and surrounding tissues, showing the extent and effects of the infection.
* Bone Scintigraphy (Bone Scan): Used to identify areas of increased metabolic activity in bones, such as those indicating infection, inflammation, or fractures.
* Biopsy: The specialist doctor may take samples from the affected area (fluid, tissue, or bone) via needle biopsy to determine the type and cause of the infection.
How is Bone Inflammation (Osteomyelitis) Diagnosed?
* Complete Blood Count (CBC): Performed to assess signs of inflammation or infection in the body, particularly an increase in white blood cell count.
* Imaging Tests: Magnetic Resonance (MR), Computed Tomography (CT), and ultrasound provide detailed images of bones, muscles, and surrounding tissues, showing the extent and effects of the infection.
* Bone Scintigraphy (Bone Scan): Used to identify areas of increased metabolic activity in bones, such as those indicating infection, inflammation, or fractures.
* Biopsy: The specialist doctor may take samples from the affected area (fluid, tissue, or bone) via needle biopsy to determine the type and cause of the infection.