Reiter's disease
What is it?
Reactive arthritis is caused by an infection in somewhere else in the body, such as the intestine, genitals, or urinary tract.
Knees, ankles, and feet are usually affected by this condition. The urethra (a tube that carries urine out of the body) and the eyes can also be affected by inflammation. Previously, reactive arthritis was sometimes called Reiter's syndrome.
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Additional names
This group contains additional names:
- Reactive Arthritis
Signs & symptoms
Pain and stiffness.
Eye inflammation.
Urinary problems
Skin problems
Low back pain.
Diagnosis
In order to diagnose reactive arthritis your doctor will take a full medical history and will perform complete physical examination including the joints affected by the condition.
There might be the need for extra tests including blood samples and Xray.
Treatment
Treatment involves managing your symptoms and treating any infection that may still be present.
Nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs
Steroids
Rheumatoid arthritis drugs
When your reactive arthritis is caused by a bacterial infection, your doctor may prescribe an antibiotic if the infection persists.
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