What is Reiter's Disease?

Description of the disease

Reiter's disease is an inflammatory condition that most commonly affects the joints, intestines, urinary system, and eyes. It belongs to the group of reactive arthritis syndromes, which occur in response to a preceding infectious disease.

Classification

• Reactive arthritis

Symptoms

• Pain and swelling in the joints
• Eye inflammation (conjunctivitis)
• Intestinal disturbances

Causes

Reiter's disease can develop after an infectious disease, such as Chlamydia infection, Salmonellosis, STDs.

Diagnosis

The diagnosis of Reiter's disease is based on clinical manifestations and the results of laboratory tests.

Treatment

Treatment of Reiter's disease aims to reduce inflammation and symptoms, as well as to address the underlying cause of the disease.

Prevention

Prevention of Reiter's disease involves timely treatment of infectious diseases and the prevention of injury and hypothermia.

Doctor

The treatment of Reiter's disease is carried out by a rheumatologist or an infectious disease specialist.