12 Questions
What is the most common pathogen causing acute bacterial arthritis?
Staphylococcus aureus
Which symptom is NOT commonly associated with acute bacterial arthritis?
High-grade fever
What is a characteristic skin lesion seen in gonococcal acute bacterial arthritis?
Small necrotic pustules on palms and soles
Which of the following bacteria is NOT a common cause of reactive arthritis?
Clostridium difficile
What diagnostic procedure is essential for confirming septic arthritis?
Arthrocentesis and synovial fluid analysis
What are the typical symptoms associated with acute bacterial arthritis?
Intense joint pain, joint swelling, joint redness, unable to move the limb, low-grade fever, chills
Which of the following is NOT a common symptom of acute bacterial arthritis?
High-grade fever
What is tenosynovitis and where is it commonly found in cases of gonococcal acute bacterial arthritis?
Inflammation of the synovium that covers tendons; commonly found in the wrist, fingers, ankles, or toes
What is the characteristic skin lesion seen in gonococcal acute bacterial arthritis?
2 to 10 small necrotic pustules on palms and soles
What are some common causes of reactive arthritis?
Preceding enteric infections (i.e. diarrhea) and preceding genitourinary infections (i.e. urethritis)
What is reactive arthritis or Reiter's syndrome?
A painful form of inflammatory arthritis that develops in reaction to an infection by bacteria or virus
What is the cornerstone for diagnosing septic arthritis?
Arthrocentesis and synovial fluid analysis
Learn about common pathogens causing bacterial arthritis such as Staphylococcus Aureus and Streptococcal species. Understand the symptoms and signs of acute bacterial arthritis, including joint pain, swelling, redness, fever, and chills.
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