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Diskitis

Treatment:

The goal of treatment is to treat the cause of the inflammation and to reduce pain. Anti-staphylococcal antibiotics may be given in cases of suspected infections. Pain may be relieved with pain killers (analgesics) or nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDS); consult the health care provider for the best choice of medications. Bed rest or immobilization (may require spica cast or body cast) may be recommended in some cases.

Expectations (prognosis):

Recovery following treatment is expected.

Complications:

Calling your health care provider:

Call your health care provider if persisting back pain is occurring in your child.


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