Periostitis

Inflammation of the periosteum. The condition is generally chronic, and is marked by tenderness and swelling of the bone and an aching pain. Acute periostitis is due to infection, is characterized by diffuse suppuration, severe pain, and constitutional symptoms, and usually results in necrosis. (Dorland, 27th ed)

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Tree Number(s): C01.160.595, C05.116.165.595

MeSH Unique ID: D010522

Entry Terms:

• Periostitides

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Infections
Bone Diseases, Infectious
Periostitis

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Musculoskeletal Diseases
Bone Diseases
Bone Diseases, Infectious
Periostitis