Can You Have Osteomyelitis For Years?

Can You Have Osteomyelitis For Years? With treatment, the outcome for acute osteomyelitis is often good. The outlook is worse for those with long-term (chronic) osteomyelitis. Symptoms may come and go for years, even with surgery. Amputation may be needed, especially in people with diabetes or poor blood circulation. Can osteomyelitis come back? Reactivation of