An inflammatory process affecting a joint. Causes include infection, autoimmune processes, degenerative processes, and trauma. Signs and symptoms may include swelling around the affected joint and pain.
Symptoms of Rubella arthritis
The following features are indicative of Rubella arthritis:
fibrositis
myalgia
paresthesias
muscular weakness
joint pain
joint swelling
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Common Causes of Rubella arthritis
The following are the most common causes of Rubella arthritis:
Rubella virus
post immunization with the rubella vaccine
Risk Factors for Rubella arthritis
The following factors may increase the likelihood of Rubella arthritis:
females
Prevention of Rubella arthritis
Yes, it may be possible to prevent Rubella arthritis.
Occurrence of Rubella arthritis
Common Age Group
Rubella arthritis can occur at any age.
Common Gender
Rubella arthritis can occur in any gender.
Lab Tests and Procedures for Diagnosis of Rubella arthritis
The following lab tests and procedures are used to detect Rubella arthritis:
Physical examination: To check for joint inflammation
Blood test: To test for viral infection
Fluid test: To check for cause of inflammation
Complications of Rubella arthritis if untreated
It is not know if Rubella arthritis causes complications if left untreated.
Medicines for Rubella arthritis
Below is the list of medicines used for Rubella arthritis:
While time-period of treatment for each patient may vary, below is the typical time-period for Rubella arthritis to resolve if treated properly under an expert supervision:
In 1 - 4 weeks
Is Rubella arthritis Infectious?
Yes, Rubella arthritis is known to be infectious. It can spread across people via the following means:
