Reiter's Syndrome
Alternate Names : Reactive Arthritis
What are the signs and symptoms of the condition?
Typically the symptoms of Reiter's syndrome begin 7 to 14 days after the
initial infection.
The first symptom is often inflammation of the urethra.
There may be a discharge from the penis or vagina. The person may
experience pain or burning when urinating.
The conjunctiva, or membrane that covers the
eyeball, can become red and inflamed. This causes itching and
excessive tearing.
Several joints are usually affected at once. The toes, legs, hips, and
back are generally involved. There is inflammation, redness, and pain in the
affected joints.
Small, painless sores develop in the mouth, on the tongue, and on the
end
of the penis.
Occasionally, a distinctive rash of hard, thickened spots may develop on
the skin on the palms and the soles of the feet. Yellow deposits may develop under
the fingernails and toenails.
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