Diskitis: Prevention & Expectations (Discitis)

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Diskitis

Alternate Names : Discitis

Diskitis | Symptoms & Signs | Diagnosis & Tests | Prevention & Expectations | Treatment & Monitoring

What can be done to prevent the disease?

The best prevention is prompt, correct treatment of infections in other parts of the body.

What are the long-term effects of the disease?

If the infection progresses to involve the vertebrae significantly, the vertebrae of the spine may fuse, which means to grow together. If this occurs in a young child, the spine may begin to tilt forward as it grows, a condition known as kyphosis.

What are the risks to others?

There are no risks to others, as diskitis is not catching.

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Author: John A.K. Davies, MD
Reviewer: Melinda Murray Ratini, DO
Date Reviewed: 09/01/02

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