Diskitis: Symptoms & Signs (Discitis)

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Diskitis

Alternate Names : Discitis

Diskitis | Symptoms & Signs | Diagnosis & Tests | Prevention & Expectations | Treatment & Monitoring

What are the signs and symptoms of the disease?

The main symptom is pain. The toddler may refuse to walk or may lean forward when walking, sometimes with the hands on the thighs to support the back. Getting up from the floor may also be hard.

Signs include a temperature ranging from normal to low-grade fever, depending on the type of infection. It may also be hard for the child to raise a leg straight up while lying on his or her back.

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Author: John A.K. Davies, MD
Reviewer: Melinda Murray Ratini, DO
Date Reviewed: 09/01/02

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