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   What is septic arthritis?

   • Septic arthritis is a painful infection in a joint that can come from germs that travel through your bloodstream from another part of your body. Septic arthritis can also occur when a penetrating injury, such as an animal bite or trauma, delivers germs directly into the joint. Infants and older adults are most likely to develop septic arthritis.

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   What are the symptoms of septic arthritis?

   • Systemic symptoms: Ill appearance, fever, tachycardia, fussiness/irritability, decreased appetite Physical The knee is the most common joint involved in septic arthritis, followed by the hip, shoulder, and ankle. Effusions are common on examination. The range of motion is limited and palpation may be associated with pain.

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   Is septic arthritis a symptom of an overlying skin infection?

   • An overlying skin infection can be the source of pain or the entry point of the intra-articular infection. Serum markers may be helpful in evaluating for septic arthritis but are not diagnostic.

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   Nov 24, 2022 · Septic arthritis is a painful infection in a joint that can come from germs that travel through your bloodstream from another part of your body. Septic arthritis can also occur when a penetrating injury, such as an animal bite or trauma, delivers germs directly into the joint.

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   Oct 5, 2021 · Septic arthritis is inflammation in a joint that’s caused by an infection. Septic arthritis is a rare, but serious, complication of gout. Since both conditions may have similar symptoms, such as inflammation of the affected joint with redness and swelling, it can be difficult to tell them apart.

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   Jul 3, 2023 · Septic arthritis is inflammation of the joints secondary to an infectious etiology such as bacterial, fungal, mycobacterial, viral, or other pathogens. It is usually monoarticular, however, polyarticular septic arthritis involving many or smaller joints may also occur.

   • Author: Ifeanyi I. Momodu, Vipul Savaliya
   • Published: 2023/07/03

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   Septic arthritis should be considered in adults presenting with acute monoarticular arthritis. A delay in diagnosis and treatment of septic arthritis can lead to permanent morbidity and mortality.

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   Septic arthritis is an infection in the joint (synovial) fluid and joint tissues. Different types of bacteria, viruses, and fungi can infect a joint. Symptoms include fever, joint pain, swelling, redness, and warmth. Quick treatment with antibiotics is needed to halt the risk of joint damage.

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   Jun 14, 2022 · Septic arthritis is synonymous with an infection in a joint. Septic arthritis is usually caused by bacteria but can also be caused by other microorganisms. Septic arthritis due to bacterial infection is often a destructive form of acute arthritis [ 1 ].

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   Aug 18, 2023 · Septic arthritis is a rare and severe arthritis that affects one or more of your joints. Bacteria generally cause it, but sometimes, it can develop after exposure to a virus or fungus. The infection will spread to the joints and cause inflammation. Septic arthritis is also called pyogenic arthritis or bacterial arthritis.