Reactive arthritis is believed to be a form of inflammatory, autoimmune arthritis and can be triggered by sexually transmitted, urethra, gastrointestinal, or respiratory infections. Symptoms of reactive arthritis include pain and inflammation in the spine, eyes, skin, and gastrointestinal system. Although reactive arthritis typically resolves on its own, chronic reactive arthritis may require long-term treatment and monitoring.
When diagnosing reactive arthritis, a medical professional will often order several diagnostic tests and conduct a medical examination to confirm an infection or inflammatory markers.
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