Septic Arthritis of the Shoulder
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Definition:
Purulent invasion of the shoulder joint by an infectious agent which produces arthritis. Septic arthritis is considered a medical emergency. If untreated, it may destroy the joint in a period of days. The infection may also spread to other parts of the body.
Symptoms- Usually one joint is infected
- Significant shoulder pain, especially with movement
- Swelling in the shoulder
- Redness in the shoulder
- Warmth on the shoulder
Causes- Bacterial injection most common- Bacteria are carried by the bloodstream from an infectious focus elsewhere, introduced by a skin lesion that penetrates the joint, or by extension from adjacent tissue
- Viral
- Mycobacterial
- Fungal
Treatment- Seek medical advise
- Intravenous antibiotics
- Analgesia
- Washout/aspiration of the joint to dryness
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