Osteomyelitis (an infection of the bone) can be caused by a variety of microbial agents (bacteria, fungus), the most common of which is staphylococcus aureus.
This serious infection can occur from a number of sources:
• It may enter bone through an injury, such as an open fracture with the bone ends piercing the skin.
• It can spread from elsewhere in the body or through the bloodstream.
• It can result from a chronic foot wound or infection, such as a diabetic ulcer.
To diagnose the condition, the foot and ankle surgeon will examine the area and may order blood tests and x-rays or other imaging studies. Treatment options include surgery and antibiotic therapy.
For additional information, read Diabetic Complications and Amputation Prevention.
Houston Office
Monday:
Closed
Tuesday:
9:00 am-5:00 pm
Wednesday:
Wednesday 2nd and 4th 1pm to 630 pm
Thursday:
Closed
Friday:
1:00 pm-5:00 pm
Saturday:
Saturday 2nd of month by app only 9am to 1 pm
Sunday:
Closed
Weimar Office
Monday:
Closed
Tuesday:
Closed
Wednesday:
Closed
Thursday:
1st and 3rd Thursdays 1pm to 430 pm
Friday:
Closed
Saturday:
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Sunday:
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Eagle Lake Office
Monday:
Closed
Tuesday:
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Wednesday:
Closed
Thursday:
1st and 3rd Thursday 8am to 1130am
Friday:
Closed
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Closed
Bellville Office
Monday:
Monday 2nd and 4th 1230 pm to 5pm
Tuesday:
Closed
Wednesday:
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Thursday:
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Friday:
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