Pott’s disease is a spinal condition caused by Mycobacterium tuberculosis, resulting in back pain, fever, weight loss, and a hunchback. Treatment options include pain relievers, tuberculosis drugs, immobilization, and surgery. Prevention involves controlling the spread of tuberculosis and testing for PPD. Pott’s disease, also known as Pott’s caries, David’s disease and Pott’s curvature, is a […]
Pott’s swollen tumor is a bone infection in the forehead that causes swelling and a subperiosteal abscess. It can be caused by bacteria, head injuries, or drug abuse and is diagnosed with a CT or MRI scan. Treatment involves antibiotics and surgical drainage. Pott’s swollen tumor is a condition involving a type of bone infection […]
