Recognising Chlamydia Oct 21, 2008
In rare cases, Chlamydia can also cause an uncommon condition that affects the eyes and joints, known as Reiters syndrome. Chlamydia can also cause fertility problems in men. (Suite101.com)
If you had salmonella, would you know? Jul 13, 2008
Salmonella can lead to a condition called Reiter's syndrome that involves joint pain, eye irritation and painful urination. Chronic arthritis may result, regardless of whether a person takes antibiotics. (CNN)
The practice giving disease a bad name Jan 23, 2008
Although many doctors still refer to Reiter's syndrome, some journals and textbooks now call it reactive arthritis. The movement against Wegener is beginning to gather momentum. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Australia)
VA Medical On The Cheap Sep 25, 2007
Combined with my insulin-dependent diabetes, hypertensive heart disease, and the chronic Reiter's syndrome atrial fibrillation, it represented a substantial threat to my life ... I'd tested positive for the genetic marker, HLA B-27, establishing chronic Reiter's syndrome, as strange an autoimmune disease-set as can be imagined. (Disinformation)
Orthopedics Practice Opens SatelliteOffice in Southbury Aug 8, 2007
Dr. Miller has co-authored medical treatises on fibromyalgia, Reiter's syndrome and juvenile rheumatoid arthritis, and has been involved in more than 80 clinical research projects. He treats autoimmune diseases, such as systemic lupus, scleroderma and polymyositis and metabolic diseases of the bone, such as osteoporosis. (Voices, CT)
Friends restore Lotus in secret Jul 12, 2007
Mr Pritchard had several mini strokes after developing Reiter's Syndrome - a form of arthritis which develops as a reaction to infections in the body. I was so overwhelmed, I cried like a baby and then passed out. (BBC News)
Salmonella infections: What you need to know? Jul 1, 2007
This is called Reiter's syndrome. It can last for months or years, and can lead to chronic arthritis which is difficult to treat. (Food Consumer)
The Spondyloarthropathies May 8, 2007
Autoimmune Joint and Spine Disorders. the sacroiliac joint that attaches the lower back and the pelvis. (Suite101.com)
Ex-Kiss Guitarist Mark St. John Dies ... Apr 7, 2007
However, right around the time Kiss was to launch a worldwide tour in support of the album, St. John was diagnosed with a form of arthritis called Reiter's Syndrome, which caused his hands and arms to swell, and prevented him from playing guitar. Guitarist Bruce Kulick filled in (St. (Billboard.com)
Salmonella found at peanut butter plant: FDA Mar 2, 2007
While it can usually be treated with antibiotics and hydration, it can cause a small number of people to develop Reiter's syndrome that leads to painful joints and urination complications. Although FDA tests had already confirmed salmonella in the peanut butter, the FDA has traced the contamination to the manufacturing plant. (Scientific American)
The case of a sore foot and its puzzling clues Mar 1, 2007
My colleague saw the patient and diagnosed Reiter's syndrome, an inflammatory disease touched off, in this instance, by a prior prostate infection ... In classic cases of Reiter's syndrome, there are three remote sites of attack after the initial intestinal or genitourinary infection: joints, eyes, and urethra. (International Herald Tribune -- Health)
