Reactive arthritis in tuberculosis: A case of Poncet’s disease
Malaysian Family Physician
;
: 24-27, 2013.
Artigo
em Inglês
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ABSTRACT
Reactive arthritis and erythema are uncommon presentations of tuberculosis (TB). Reactive arthritis in tuberculosis (TB) is known as Poncet’s disease, a rare aseptic form of arthritis observed in patients with active TB. We report a case of Poncet’s disease in a 20-year old man whose reactive arthritis overshadowed other clinical symptoms of TB resulting in delayed diagnosis and treatment. Although a conclusive diagnosis of Poncet’s disease is not possible, reactive immunologic reactions such as reactive arthritis and erythema nodosum even without respiratory symptoms should raise suspicion on possible TB. Thus, taking a thorough medical history as well as performing relevant examinations and investigations for possible TB will help expedite the diagnostic process.
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Assunto principal:
Reumatologia
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Tuberculose
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Artrite Reativa
Idioma:
Inglês
Revista:
Malaysian Family Physician
Ano de publicação:
2013
Tipo de documento:
Artigo
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