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Spinal Infections
Expert diagnosis and advanced treatment pathways for spinal infections, prioritized for your recovery.
CONSULT A SPECIALISTSpinal Infections
Understanding Spinal Infections
Spinal infections involve infection of the vertebrae, discs, spinal cord coverings, or surrounding tissues. These infections can cause severe pain, nerve damage, spinal instability, and neurological complications.
Introduction
Spinal infections involve infection of the vertebrae, discs, spinal cord coverings, or surrounding tissues. These infections can cause severe pain, nerve damage, spinal instability, and neurological complications.
Common Symptoms
- Persistent back or neck pain
- Fever and chills
- Weakness or numbness in limbs
- Difficulty walking or standing
- Loss of bladder or bowel control in severe cases
Treatment Options
- MRI spine imaging and laboratory tests
- Long-term antibiotics or antifungal medications
- Pain management and spinal support
- Surgical drainage or decompression if needed
- Rehabilitation and neurological monitoring
Recovery & Outlook
With early diagnosis and appropriate antimicrobial therapy, many patients recover well. Delayed treatment may cause permanent spinal and neurological damage.
