How can strep infection cause joint pain?

Bacterial joint inflammation is a serious and painful infection in a joint. It’s also known as bacterial or septic arthritis. Bacteria can get into your joint and cause rapid cartilage deterioration and bone damage. This can lead to significant pain, swelling, redness, and loss of movement. read more

A reactive arthritis, sometime called Reiter’s Syndrome, can occur in response to a streptococcal infection. The inflammatory reaction in the joints is believed to be due to immune complex deposition in, rather than direct infection of, the joints. Reactive arthritis can last 3-12 months in the majority of patients. read more

Culture and antibiot. The "bug" should be identified in joint fluid and it's sensitivity to various antibiotics determined. Usually IV antibiotics are initially used, but a septic joint can lead quickly to arthritis, and in some cases orthopedic intervention is required. read more