Reiter syndrome; Post-infectious arthritis

Preventing sexually transmitted diseases and gastrointestinal infection may help prevent this disease. Wearing a condom during intercourse can reduce the risks of sexually transmitted disease. Wash your hands and surface areas thoroughly before and after preparing food.

Carter JD, Hudson AP. Reactive arthritis: clinical aspects and medical management. Infect Dis Clin North Am. 2009;35(1).

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Reiter syndrome - view of the feet

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Reactive arthritis Treatment

Review Date: 06/20/2011
Reviewed By: Neil J. Gonter, MD, Assistant Professor of Medicine, Columbia University, NY and private practice specializing in Rheumatology at Rheumatology Associates of North Jersey, Teaneck, NJ. Review provided by VeriMed Healthcare Network. Also reviewed by David Zieve, MD, MHA, Medical Director, A.D.A.M., Inc.

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