How to treat suppurative osteomyelitis

If there is a lot of pus or the pressure is high, surgical incision and drainage should be considered, and the lesions and necrotic tissues should be removed at the same time. If bone loss or skin and soft tissue defects are caused, surgery is also required to repair them. Symptomatic supportive treatment mainly includes enteral nutrition and intravenous nutrition. If the patient has suppurative osteomyelitis, the first treatment is to immobilize and raise the affected limb, and nutrition must be strengthened. You can eat more soy products, dairy products, lean meat, fish and shrimp that are relatively high in protein to strengthen the patient's nutrition. Patients are generally treated with broad-spectrum antibiotics, which is mainly in the early stages. Generally, two or more drugs are used in combination. Later, adjustments should be made based on bacterial culture, drug sensitivity test results, and its therapeutic effect.

What are the early symptoms of osteomyelitis?

The most obvious local symptom of osteomyelitis is pain. If osteomyelitis is caused by fungi, antifungal drugs should be given, and nutritional support should be strengthened. Patients should rest in bed and pay attention to avoid complications. The early symptoms of osteomyelitis are mainly reflected in the following aspects: First, the infected area is prone to redness, swelling, heat and pain. The local skin temperature will increase significantly, and the skin will become red and swollen. Whether it is touched or still, the infected area will have obvious pain symptoms.

What is the drug of choice for treating osteomyelitis?

After the patient develops osteomyelitis, it is important to see a doctor in time. First, bacterial culture and drug sensitivity test of the secretions at the site of osteomyelitis should be performed, and then sensitive anti-inflammatory drugs should be selected for treatment, thereby gradually promoting the recovery of osteomyelitis. When antibiotics are not effective, the patient needs surgical treatment. Osteomyelitis often causes electrolyte disorders in patients, and electrolytes and water should be supplemented in time. Once the patient is diagnosed with osteomyelitis, adequate antibiotic treatment should be started immediately.