Osteomyelitis prevention

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Editor-In-Chief: C. Michael Gibson, M.S., M.D. [1]

Prevention

Prompt and complete treatment of infections is helpful. People who are at high risk or who have a compromised immune system should see a health care provider promptly if they have signs of an infection anywhere in the body.