What is Reiter's Syndrome? What are the symptoms of Reiter's syndrome? How to diagnose and treatment of Reiter syndrome? Answers to these questions you will find in the article.
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Reiter syndrome - inflammation of the joints and
Tender joint apparatus, often accompanied by inflammation
The conjunctivities of the eyes and mucous membranes, most often the mouth, urinary
paths, genital organs, as well as characteristic rash.
Reiter syndrome is called reactive arthritis, since
The inflammation of the joints appears as a reaction to the infectious process in
another organ. This syndrome is most widely distributed among men
aged 20 to 40 years.
There are two forms of Reiter syndrome:
The first arises as a result of sexually transmitted infections, such as chlamydia, and is most often found in young men.
The second is usually evolving in response to an intestinal infection, in
particular salmonelles. This type of reaction to certain infections
(Reuters' syndrome development) is explained by genetic
predisposition: the presence of the same gene, which is found
people suffering from ankylosing spondylitis. Most people
These infections do not cause the development of Reiter syndrome.
Symptoms from the genital organs and urinary tract
Usually symptoms begin 7-14 days after the start
infection. As a rule, the first symptom is the inflammation of the urethra
Channel (Urethra). In men, this inflammation is accompanied by moderate pain
When urinating and the appearance of seals from the urethra. Sometimes occur
Inflammation and soreness of prostate.
women if they occur, usually light and limited to scarce
discharge from the vagina or discomfort when urination.
Conjunctive (shell lining eyelid and covering eye In the mouth, in the language and at the end of the penis appear small Most people have initial symptoms disappear after 3 or 4
Apple) blushes and inflates, itching itch or burning and
tear. Pain and inflammation in the joints can be like
insignificant and pronounced. Usually in the process involved
At the same time, several joints - especially the knee, finger joints
feet, as well as places where tendons join the bones, for example
Budgogo bone. In more severe cases, inflammation amazes
Sustaines of the spine.
Painless ulcers. Sometimes the skin can develop
rash in the form of solid, dense stains, especially on the palms and soles.
Skin under nails sometimes yellow.
month. In half cases, however, arthritis or other symptoms in
For several years recur. If symptoms are saved or
often recur by the deformations of the joints and
Spine. Very small number of people who have undergone rater syndrome,
become disabled.
Diagnostics and treatment of Reiter syndrome
The combination of symptoms from the joints, urinary organs, The patient is primarily prescribed antibiotics to cure Sulfasalazine or immunosuppressant methotrexate can
Skin and Eye Indicates Possible Reiter Syndrome. Since these
Symptoms may not appear simultaneously, the disease is sometimes not
diagnosed for several months. Ordinary laboratory
Analyzes cannot reliably confirm the diagnosis. The smear is examined,
which take from the urethra (urethra), or articular
liquid, or a biopsy of the joint can be made (taking fabric for
research under the microscope) to determine the pathogen
Diseases.
infection, but the treatment is not always successful and its optimal
Duration of unknown. Arthritis is usually treated Nesteroid
anti-inflammatory means.
Used just like with rheumatoid arthritis. Corticosteroids
usually prescribed not inside, but introduced directly to the inflamed
the joint that sometimes gives a good effect. Conjunctivitis and ulcers on the skin
do not require treatment, although ointments are prescribed with serious inflammation
Corticosteroids or eye drops.
