Reactive arthritis in tuberculosis: A case of Poncet’s disease
- Author:
Irmi ZI
;
Zaiton A
;
Faezah H
- Publication Type:Case Reports
- Keywords:
Reactive arthritis;
tuberculosis;
Poncet’s disease;
rheumatologic disease
- MeSH:
Arthritis, Reactive;
Tuberculosis;
Rheumatology
- From:Malaysian Family Physician
2013;8(1):24-27
- CountryMalaysia
- Language:English
-
Abstract:
Reactive arthritis and erythema are uncommon presentations of tuberculosis (TB). Reactive arthritis in tuberculosis (TB) is known as Poncet’s disease, a rare aseptic form of arthritis observed in patients with active TB. We report a case of Poncet’s disease in a 20-year old man whose reactive arthritis overshadowed other clinical symptoms of TB resulting in delayed diagnosis and treatment. Although a conclusive diagnosis of Poncet’s disease is not possible, reactive immunologic reactions such as reactive arthritis and erythema nodosum even without respiratory symptoms should raise suspicion on possible TB. Thus, taking a thorough medical history as well as performing relevant examinations and investigations for possible TB will help expedite the diagnostic process.
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