Question
My child is around 5 years old and has been complaining of leg pain lately. How can I determine if it’s osteomylitis?
Answer
Based on your description, your child may not be suffering from osteomylitis. Osteomylitis typically occurs at sites of joint activity and does not cause systemic pain. Even with X-ray or CT scans, osteomylitis cannot be diagnosed. Doctors usually rely on symptoms and professional diagnostic techniques to determine if a patient has osteomylitis. It’s possible that your child is experiencing general muscle soreness due to sub-health conditions. It is recommended that you take your child to a traditional Chinese medicine department to see a doctor, who can use professional massage techniques to relieve muscle tension and soreness. In daily life, avoid overexertion, get enough sleep, avoid overtime work, quit smoking and drinking, and cultivate good living habits.