Migratory arthritis describes a pattern of arthritis symptoms and joint involvement.
This article covers migratory arthritis, its associated conditions, and how it is treated.
It also discusses some of the lifestyle changes you’re able to make to help control your symptoms.
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How Does Arthritis Spread?
It is associated with chronic inflammation.
Usually, the onset of migratory arthritis is rapid.
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Themigratory patterndiffers from anintermittent pattern, which is best described as a flare of symptoms followed by complete remission.
How long does migratory arthritis last?
Migratory arthritis lasts for varying times depending on the person and the cause of the condition.
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What Causes Migratory Arthritis?
The migratory pattern is often related to an underlying medical condition.
These are some examples of conditions that may be associated with a migratory pattern of arthritis.
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Infectious arthritis can also develop after an existing infection travels through the body to a joint.
Gonococcal Arthritis
Gonococcal arthritis is resulting from infection of a joint.
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It can mimic other types of arthritis and rheumatic diseases, making the disease difficult to diagnose.
Arthritis is the most common extra-intestinal complication associated with IBD.
Late-stage infection, which may be months or years after onset, can lead to chronic arthritis.
The germs travel through your bloodstream from another part of your body.
Endocarditis may be associated with a variety of symptoms, including joint pain.Bacterial endocarditis can damage your heart valves.
The most common early symptom associated with Whipple’s disease is joint pain.
What Are the Symptoms of Migratory Arthritis?
The first symptom of migratory arthritis is usually pain in one or more joints.
If the pain stops and then reappears in a different joint or joints, you may have migratory arthritis.
Some other symptoms of migratory arthritis include:
How Do I Treat Migratory Arthritis Pain?
See a healthcare provider if you have symptoms of migratory arthritis.
It is important to treat the underlying cause of migratory arthritis and to control the inflammation.
Lifestyle changes such as diet, exercise, and weight loss can also help.
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