{"id":155654,"date":"2022-04-28T06:55:02","date_gmt":"2022-04-28T06:55:02","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.healthbenefitstimes.com\/glossary\/?p=155654"},"modified":"2023-08-29T04:35:38","modified_gmt":"2023-08-29T04:35:38","slug":"septic-arthritis","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.healthbenefitstimes.com\/glossary\/septic-arthritis\/","title":{"rendered":"Septic arthritis"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>Inflammation of the synovial tissues in a joint as the result of a pyogenic (pus-forming) bacterial infection. Once infection occurs, cartilage is destroyed and the joint space narrows. Patients at greatest risk are those with pre-existing arthritis, joint trauma, or immune deficiencies and those who use intravenous drugs.<\/p>\n<hr \/>\n<p>Septic shock is a critical condition characterized by persistent hypotension (low blood pressure) despite attempts to restore fluid balance, leading to insufficient perfusion of tissues. The mortality rate associated with septic shock ranges from 25% to 50%.<\/p>\n<hr \/>\n<div class=\"group w-full text-token-text-primary border-b border-black\/10 dark:border-gray-900\/50 bg-gray-50 dark:bg-[#444654]\" data-testid=\"conversation-turn-13\">\n<div class=\"flex p-4 gap-4 text-base md:gap-6 md:max-w-2xl lg:max-w-[38rem] xl:max-w-3xl md:py-6 lg:px-0 m-auto\">\n<div class=\"relative flex w-[calc(100%-50px)] flex-col gap-1 md:gap-3 lg:w-[calc(100%-115px)]\">\n<div class=\"flex flex-grow flex-col gap-3 max-w-full\">\n<div class=\"min-h-[20px] flex flex-col items-start gap-3 overflow-x-auto whitespace-pre-wrap break-words\">\n<div class=\"markdown prose w-full break-words dark:prose-invert light AIPRM__conversation__response\">\n<p>Septic arthritis is a form of arthritis triggered by bacterial invasion of a joint, either through an open injury or via the bloodstream. The condition manifests abruptly, with symptoms like joint swelling, sensitivity, and elevated body temperature. Accumulation of pus could lead to irreversible joint damage.<\/p>\n<hr \/>\n<p>A sample of fluid is extracted from the affected joint for analysis to confirm the existence of an infection, and pus might be drained to alleviate discomfort. Initial treatment involves administering intravenous antibiotics, which is then followed by a course of oral antibiotics that can last for several weeks or even months.<\/p>\n<hr \/>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Inflammation of the synovial tissues in a joint as the result of a pyogenic (pus-forming) bacterial infection. Once infection occurs, cartilage is destroyed and the joint space narrows. Patients at greatest risk are those with pre-existing arthritis, joint trauma, or immune deficiencies and those who use intravenous drugs. 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