Osteomyelitis of left distal fifth metatarsal bone

What does "Osteomyelitis of left distal fifth metatarsal bone" mean in a report or doctor's letter? In our medical dictionary, you will find a patient-friendly explanation of the meaning of this medical term.

Explanation

"Osteomyelitis of left distal fifth metatarsal bone" refers to an infection in a specific bone in the foot. The fifth metatarsal bone is one of the five long bones in the foot, and the term "distal" refers to the end of the bone farthest from the center of the body. Osteomyelitis is a serious condition where an infection, often caused by bacteria, spreads to the bone, causing inflammation and damage. In this case, the infection is in the left foot.

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