Reactive arthritis

Question 1

What is reactive arthritis

Answer 1

An autoimmune inflammatory condition triggered by an infection characterised by usually self limiting inflation of one or more joints

Question 2

What is the clinical diagnosis of reactive arthritis based on

Answer 2

The development of a typical mono or oligoarthritis developing 10-14 days after being triggered by a gastrointestinal or genitouri- nary infection

Question 3

List some of the clinical features of reactive arthritis

Answer 3

1. Monoarthritis or oligoarthritis of a large joint or multiple joint occurs usually the knee
2. Triggering infection by Campylobacter or Salmonella, can be identified in up to 50% of cases
3. Reiter’s syndrome may be found
4. Viral infections

Question 4

What is Reiter’s syndrome

Answer 4

An association of reactive arthritis with conjunctivitis and urethritis

Question 5

What can Reiter’s syndrome be associated with

Answer 5

A rash of the hands and feet

Question 6

List soem of the symptoms of reactive arthritis

Answer 6

Pain and morning stiffness in the affected joints

Question 7

What can improve symptoms of reactive arthritis

Answer 7

Exercise or NSAIDs

Question 8

How can reactive arthritis be managed

Answer 8

Usually self limiting
NSAIDs can be beneficial for pain management