What Is Infectious Arthritis?
- Infectious Arthritis
- What Is It? & Symptoms
- Diagnosis & Expected Duration
- Prevention & Treatment
- More Info
When To Call A Professional
If you experience any of the symptoms of infectious arthritis for more than a few days, contact your doctor.
Prognosis
If infectious arthritis is detected and treated promptly, joint damage is unlikely. However, joint damage is possible with many types of infections, especially when a bacterial infection is not diagnosed and treated promptly.
Additional Info
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