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Septic arthritis - Coggle Diagram
Septic arthritis
Risk factors
Weak immune system
Joint replacement surgery
Fragile skin
Previous joint trauma
Causes
Fungal infections
Viral infections
Bacterial infections
Complications
Permanent joint damage
Joint dislocation
Can lead to joint degenaration
Signs and symptoms
Swellingband fever
Red and warm feeling on infected area
Discomfort while using affected joint
Diagnostic tests
X-Rays to see joint damage
Bloods (FBC & ESR)
An infection in the joint that comes bacteria that is in the bloodstream