Question
My uncle in the countryside has recently been diagnosed with osteomyelitis and wants to know what medication is most effective for treating this condition.
Answer
Firstly, it is important to confirm whether uncle’s condition is osteomyelitis or synovitis. Osteomyelitis refers to a disease that occurs on the membrane layer of the bone surface, while synovitis is a problem with the synovial membrane on the surface of the cartilage within the joint cavity. The symptoms of the two conditions are different, and the treatment methods are also different. Common joint problems are often related to synovitis, which usually occurs in the joints of middle-aged and older adults. Treatment focuses mainly on controlling exercise and regional anesthesia treatment methods.