Question 1

how do you treat reiters syndrome?

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Many treatments: Reiter's syndrome is now called "reactive arthritis".  There are a number of causes that are likely such as bacterial GI infections, sexually transmitted diseases, and unknown sources.  The disease is not  the infection itself.  It is a result of antibodies formed that "attack" the body.  Treatments run the gamut from aspirin-like meds(nonsteroidals) to Methotrexate and even biologic drugs(enbrel).

Question 2

are the symptoms of reiter's syndrome bad?

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No: Most reiter's syndrome patient have the sacral arthritis, uveitis, urinary issues. Many time the joints are the spine and can be painfull but the condition is part of a group of diseases called spondyloarthropathies and the treatments are normally antiinflammatory medications.

Question 3

what are the known symptoms of reiter's syndrome?

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Reiter's Syndrome: Two types: dysenteric onset or venereal onset. One with diarrhea (caused by certain bacteria-salmonella, shigella, campylobacter, yersinia. The venereal trigger is chlamydia, & urethral irritation and discharge is common in men initially. People with reiter's syndrome usually have the hla-b27 antigen, or similars: b40, b41, b7. Reiter's usually affects the feet, sijs, and tendons and eyes.

Question 4

what is the definition or description of: reiter's syndrome?

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Reactive arthritis: Reiter's syndrome is now called reactive arthritis.  It is an inflammatory condition that occurs after a bout of infectious diarrhea.  There are 3 classic clinical entities that comprises syndrome and include uveitis, arthritis, and urethra arthritis.  This is a condition that is routinely treated by rheumatologist.

Question 5

what is reiters syndrome like?

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Eye, joints, urethra: Reiter's syndrome is a triad of conjunctivitis, arthritis and inflamed urethra, or urine tube, seen most commonly in males.  Women can get it also, but is much more rare.  Sometimes there is also inflammation inside the eye and it can be painful.

Question 6

how do i know if i have reiters syndrome?

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Reiters syndrome: Reiter's syndrome is Reactive arthritis triggered by an infection in a susceptible person,many of which carry the HLAB-27 gene. Triggers include diarrheal and urogenital infections with salmonella.shigella, campylobactor, chlamydial.,and yersinial infections.There is large joint,spinal and sacrificial arthritis,and mucocutaneous and eye lesions.There is treatment by a. Rheumatologist.
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Question 7

i have reiters syndrome. tell me about it plz?

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Information: Reiter's syndrome includes inflammation of the eyes, joints, and urinary system.  The important thing is to be sure to keep good followup with your primary care and eye doctors to minimize risk of problems.

Question 8

what is reiters syndrome and how can i tell if i have it?

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Classic triad: Typically defined by the classic triad of eye inflammation (conjunctivitis, iritis, scleritis), urethritis, and arthritis.  Many patients with reiters also have a gene called hla-b27.  Talk to your primary care doctor about your symptoms to see if referral to an ophthalmologist is indicated.

Question 9

what is the best treatment for reiter's syndrome?

Accepted Answer

NSAIDs, Rx infection: Reactive arthritis (reiter's syndrome) is usually treated with anti-inflammatory agents like Ibuprofen or naproxn. If there is an ongoing infection believed to have triggered the arthritis, this should be treated too. Sometimes, other drugs will be used for the arthritis, including steroids. Eye drops might be required for conjunctivitis symptoms.

Question 10

is there an at home treatmnent for reiters syndrome?

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No: The usual treatment is antibiotics (doxycycline). Depending on the area involved, other meds may also be necessary.

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