MSK: Reactive Arthritis: Free MSRA Podcast

🎙️ MSRA Podcast: Reactive Arthritis (Reiter’s Syndrome) Deep Dive📚 MSK Module | High-Yield RevisionJoin us for a focused and memorable breakdown of Reactive Arthritis – also known as Reiter’s Syndrome – a key condition tested in MSRA exams. This episode pulls together the must-know clinical facts, key mnemonics, and UK-based guidance to help make your revision more efficient and stick.🦠 What Is Reactive Arthritis?An inflammatory arthritis that typically follows a genitourinary or gastrointestinal infection – it’s immune-mediated and falls under the seronegative spondyloarthropathies.🧠 Mnemonic to Remember👉 "Can’t see, can’t pee, can’t climb a tree"👀 Conjunctivitis🚽 Urethritis🦵 Asymmetrical arthritis (commonly lower limbs)📌 Key Exam Points✅ Causes & TriggersTypically follows Chlamydia, Salmonella, Shigella, or CampylobacterAssociated with HLA-B27 (in 75%)More common in young adult males✅ SymptomsJoint pain (knees, ankles)Dysuria / urethritisEye inflammationEnthesitis (e.g. heel pain), skin rashes, mouth ulcersDactylitis (“sausage digit”), fatigue, malaise✅ DiagnosisClinical picture + recent infectionRaised ESR/CRP, but RF and ANA negativeTest for STIs and stool pathogensConsider HLA-B27, joint aspiration, and imaging if needed✅ ManagementTreat underlying infection (e.g. chlamydia)NSAIDs for painSteroid injections if neededConsider DMARDs (e.g. sulfasalazine) if chronicPhysio crucial for long-term joint functionRarely: Biologics (TNF inhibitors)✅ Prognosis & ComplicationsOften resolves in 6–12 months25% have recurrencesSmall risk of chronic arthritis or uveitisCardiac or urinary tract complications rare🧪 MSRA Focus TipIt’s seronegative, follows an infection, affects large lower limb joints, and has extra-articular features. Always ask about recent diarrhoea or STIs!🧠 Revision Resources for This Topic📄 Revision Notes:https://www.passthemsra.com/topic/reactive-arthritis-reiters-syndrome-revision-notes/🧠 Flashcards:https://www.passthemsra.com/topic/reactive-arthritis-reiters-syndrome-flashcards/📖 Q&A Accordion Notes:https://www.passthemsra.com/topic/reactive-arthritis-reiters-syndrome-accordion-qa-notes/🧪 Rapid Quiz:https://www.passthemsra.com/topic/reactive-arthritis-reiters-syndrome-rapid-quiz/🎯 MSRA Quiz Bank:https://www.passthemsra.com/quizzes/reactive-arthritis/📚 Full MSK Course:https://www.passthemsra.com/courses/msk-for-the-msra/🎧 Perfect for your commute or a quick refresh before exam day!#MSRA #ReactiveArthritis #ReitersSyndrome #MSRARevision #PassTheMSRA #MSK #CantSeeCantPeeCantClimbATree