Bone spurs will show up on X-rays. Often, they’re a surprise discovery when you have an X-ray for another reason. If you have symptoms related to bone spurs, your healthcare provider will physically examine you and then follow up with imaging tests. These might include X-rays, a CT scan (computed tomography) or an MRI (magnetic resonance imaging). If you have nerve-related symptoms, you’ll have additional …

Your healthcare provider will do several imaging tests to diagnose the condition. They may do blood tests or urine tests to look for substances that are signs of bone damage. Imaging tests may include: Bone scan. Computed tomography (CT) scan. Magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) scan. Positron emission tomography (PET) scan. X-ray.

A healthcare provider will diagnose osteomyelitis with a physical exam and some tests. They’ll ask about your symptoms and when you first noticed them. Tell your provider if you’ve recently had surgery, an injury or if you’ve started new treatments for other health conditions. Your provider will use some of the following tests to diagnose the infection and take pictures of your …

Your doctor will likely be able to diagnose a boil or carbuncle simply by looking at it. A sample of the pus may be sent to the lab for testing. This may be useful if you have recurring infections or an infection that hasn’t responded to standard treatment. Many varieties of the bacteria that cause boils have become resistant to …

To diagnose a problem with sweating and body odor, your doctor will likely ask about your medical history and do an exam. The doctor may test your blood or urine. The tests can show if your problem is caused by a medical condition, such as an infection, diabetes or an overactive thyroid (hyperthyroidism).

Your healthcare provider can diagnose body lice by examining your body. They’ll note any severe itching or rashes and may be able to see lice feeding on your skin. Your healthcare provider may also examine your clothing. They may use a magnifying glass to look in the seams of your clothing for body lice or nits.

If you have symptoms, see a dentist first. They can start with a visual exam and refer you to a specialist if needed. A healthcare provider will need to run tests to rule out other conditions. Possible tests include: Allergy test Blood test Imaging tests like dental X-rays, CT scans or MRI Oral swab test Saliva test Tissue biopsy

An eye care specialist or healthcare provider can usually diagnose a blocked tear duct based on your symptoms and by inspecting or feeling around your eye and tear duct. They’ll also ask you about your symptoms. If your baby might have a blocked tear duct, they can also check for this or do certain tests to look for a blockage. …

There’s no single test for blepharitis. Here are a few steps your eye care provider may take to find out if you have blepharitis and what type it is: Take a health history: The provider will ask about symptoms and other health conditions to determine your risk factors. Do an external eyelid exam: The appearance of your eyelids and intensity of reddening, …