Chronic recurrent multifocal osteomyelitis (CRMO) is a rare idiopathic aseptic inflammatory bone disorder affecting primarily children and adolescents characterized by an insidious onset of pain, swelling, and tenderness over the affected bones. The clinical signs and symptoms of CRMO are nonspecific, radiological and histopathological tests are essential for its diagnosis. We present a case of an 18-year-old young man who was diagnosed with CRMO by a combination of clinical data, laboratory results, radiological imaging, and bone biopsy. The patient started anti-inflammatory and immunosuppressant therapy, and his lower extremity pain and swelling improved. This report highlights to investigate promptly in children and adolescents with chronic leg pain, to emphasize the importance of combined clinical, laboratory, and imaging tests for early identification, to have a greater understanding of the imaging appearance and increasing knowledge of this condition, which help shorten time to reach a diagnosis and prevent permanent osseous damage and long-term disabilities.
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