bacterial myositis

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Bacterial myositis is an inflammation and infection of muscle tissue caused by bacteria, most commonly Staphylococcus and Streptococcus. While muscle tissue is generally resistant to bacterial invasion, physical injuries can weaken defenses, leading to infection. Symptoms include headaches, fever, chills, sweating, local pain, and swelling, potentially leading to abscesses. The infection causes an influx of white blood cells and scar tissue, which can destroy muscle tissue. Bacterial myositis typically responds well to antibiotics and minor surgery.12

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Bacterial myositis, an inflammation of muscle tissues as the result of a bacterial infection, is commonly localized and occurs after an injury. Staphylococcus and Streptococcus organisms are usually responsible. General indications of infection, such as fever and increased numbers of white blood cells, are accompanied…
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Bacterial myositis, an inflammation of muscle tissues as the result of a bacterial infection, is commonly localized and occurs after an injury. Staphylococcus and Streptococcus organisms are usually responsible. General indications of infection, such as fever and increased numbers of white blood cells, are accompanied…
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