Rheumatology - Reactive Arthritis Flashcards
1
Q
What is a significant differential for Reactive Arthritis?
A
Septic arthritis
2
Q
What are the most common triggers of ReA?
A
Gastroenteritis
Chlamydia
Gonorrhoea causes septic arthritis
3
Q
What gene is associated with ReA?
A
HLAB27
4
Q
What condition is ReA more common in?
A
HIV
5
Q
What are the associations of ReA?
A
Bilateral conjunctivitis
Anterior uveitis
Urethritis
Circinate balanitis
Can’t see, pee or climb a tree
6
Q
How is ReA managed?
A
Exclude septic arthritis
Joint aspiration required
- Treat underlying condition
- NSAIDs
- Steroid injection into affected joints
- Systemic steroids
7
Q
How long does ReA take to resolve?
A
Within 6 months usually
