Brodie abscess history and symptoms
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Editor-In-Chief: C. Michael Gibson, M.S., M.D. [1] Associate Editor(s)-in-Chief: Abdulkerim Yassin, M.B.B.S[2]
Overview
Brodie's abscesses are mostly seen in children and adolescents. It has gradual onset and can be difficult to diagnose. It presents mainly with bone pain.
History and Symptoms
History
- Brodie's abscesses are mostly seen in children and adolescents.
- It has gradual onset.
- It can be difficult to diagnose.
- It is usually mistaken for being a bone tumor.
Symptoms
- The most common symptoms are bone pain and limping.
- Patient may presents with less common symptoms of soft tissue erythema and swelling.[1]
References
- ↑ Foster CE, Taylor M, Schallert EK, Rosenfeld S, King KY (2019). "Brodie Abscess in Children: A 10-Year Single Institution Retrospective Review". Pediatr Infect Dis J. 38 (2): e32–e34. doi:10.1097/INF.0000000000002062. PMID 29620720.