Reiter's Syndrome
Alternate Names : Reactive Arthritis
What can be done to prevent the condition?
Practicing safer sex can
eliminate some cases of Reiter's syndrome caused by a sexually-transmitted disease. Reiter's syndrome that follows
food poisoning can be avoided by using good
food-handling
techniques.
What are the long-term effects of the condition?
Although most people recover completely from Reiter's syndrome, about 20% may
be left with ongoing joint pain. Some individuals may
develop chronic eye irritation known as uveitis,.
Ten percent of the people who have Reiter's syndrome will develop heart valve
problems, including aortic
regurgitation. Rarely, the syndrome may cause severe arthritis and
disability.
What are the risks to others?
The original
infection, which triggers Reiter's syndrome, can be spread to others. However,
not all people will develop Reiter's syndrome as a result of the infection.
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