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Does a bone infection make the bones hurt & how is it diagnosed?
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Yes,it usually hurts: Please see a dr soon.Bone infections are very dangerous and often need surgery and long term IV antibiotics to treat.X-ray or ct may assist in diagnosis, with exam, CBC and sed rate.
Answered 6/10/2014
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Bone infection: Medical term for bone infection is osteomyelitis. It is a serious condition characterized by bone pain and fever. It is diagnosed by MRI of the affected area.
Answered 6/10/2014
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