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Do adults get CRMO? Understanding Adult-Onset Chronic Recurrent Multifocal Osteomyelitis

While chronic recurrent multifocal osteomyelitis (CRMO) is predominantly a childhood disease, adults can absolutely get CRMO, though it is considered very rare, accounting for only a small fraction of all reported cases. This fact underscores a significant challenge in its diagnosis, as many healthcare providers may not consider it in adult patients.