Question

A child around 5 years old has been complaining of leg pain recently. What medications are available for treating osteomylitis?

Answer

Osteomylitis is a common condition that leads to knee joint pain, primarily caused by factors such as overuse, cold exposure, and trauma, resulting in aseptic inflammation of the joint synovium. The increased inflammatory exudation leads to joint effusion, causing joint pain and swelling. Currently, the main medications for treating osteomylitis include non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs, traditional Chinese medicine for osteomylitis, and herbal remedies for dispelling wind and dampness. Drug treatment often involves limb immobilization, and most patients can control the condition.