In sickle cell anemia patients, osteomyelitis is most commonly caused by S. aureus, with Salmonella also being a significant cause.
In sickle cell anemia patients, the two main causes of osteomyelitis are Salmonella and S. aureus, with S. aureus being the most common.
| Front | What are two causes of Osteomyelitis in Sickle cell anemia? |
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| Back | Salmonella → Associated with sickle cell anemia S.aureus → MCC in sickle cell anemia |
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