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NSGSUX-REACTIVE ARTH

NSGSUX-REACTIVE ARTHRITIS

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What is another name for reactive arthritis? Reiter's syndrome
What is reactive arthritis? a group of inflammatory conditions that involve the joints, urethra, and eyes-may also be lesions on the skin and mucous membranes.
What is the cause of reactive arthritis? unknown
When does reactive arthritis usually occur and in whom? men before the age of 40
What are the risk factors associated with reactive arthritis? an infection with chlamydia, campylobacter, salmonella, or yersinia and certain genes
What are the initial symptoms of reactive arthritis? urinary symptoms within days or weeks, low grade fever, conjunctivitis, arthritis
What is the diagnosis of reactive arthritis based on? symptoms
What diagnostic tests are performed? ESR may be elevated, joint xrays, urinalysis, HLA-B27 antigen
What is the goal of treatment? relieve the symptoms and treat the underlying infection
What is the expected outcome? may go away within 3-4 months, but symptoms may return
What are the complications that may develop? Uvelitis, arrhythmias, aortic insufficiency
What is the prevention? prevent STD and GI infections through condom use and washing hands
What are the drug therapies used to treat this? coxycycline (Vibramycin) of pt and partners; topical opthalmics, corticosteroids, NSAIDS
Created by: tmorg581
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