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Septic arthritis is inflammation of a joint due to a bacterial infection other than gonorrhea(joint infection due to gonorrhea has different symptoms).Bacterial arthritis; Non-gonococcal bacterial arthritis.Septic arthr...

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Symptoms
Symptoms usually come on quickly, with joint swelling, intense joint pain, and low-grade fever. Symptoms in newborns ...
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Causes
It may also occur when the joint is directly infected with bacteria by an injury or during surgery. The most common s...
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Treatments
Antibiotics are used to treat the infection. Rest, immobilization, elevation, and cool compresses may help relieve pa...
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Risk Factors
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Complications
  • Destruction of joints
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Prevention
Preventive (prophylactic) antibiotics may be helpful for people at high risk.
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Doctor Specialties
Call for an appointment with your health care provider if you develop symptoms of septic arthritis.
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