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Bacterial Arthritis (Septic Arthritis)
Septic arthritis is an inflammation of a joint caused by bacterial invasion (but not the bacterium that causes gonorrhea).
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Symptoms
The onset of the symptoms is usually rapid with joint swelling, intense joint pain, and low-grade fever. Symptoms in ne...
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Causes
Septic arthritis develops when bacteria spreads through the bloodstream to a joint. It may also occur when the joint is...
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Tests
Blood culture; Synovial fluid analysis or culture of joint fluid; X-ray of affected joint.
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Treatments
Antibiotics are used to treat the infection. Rest, immobilization, elevation, and warm compresses may help relieve pain...
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Drugs
ampicillin
nafcillin
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Risk Factors
Bacterial Infections
History of medications that suppress the immune system
Intravenous Drug Abuse
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Complications
Joint degeneration.
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Prevention
Prophylactic (preventive) antibiotics may be helpful for high-risk people.
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Doctor Specialties
Call for an appointment with your health care provider if symptoms of this disorder develop.
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