If you notice a sudden onset of pain accompanied by swelling and redness in one or more of the joints in the body, you probably have reactive arthritis. Reactive arthritis is an ailment that causes inflammation across some joints in the body, especially the knees, toes, hips, and ankles. In most cases, infection is the most common cause, although other rarer causes also exist. Luckily, it is easy to treat and usually doesn’t cause complications. Find out the main symptoms, causes, and treatments of reactive arthritis.  

1. Pain

The most noticeable symptom of reactive arthritis is pain that appears in the affected joints. Pain usually appears suddenly, but it can also appear gradually. Most often, discomfort develops in the joints of the knees, feet, toes, hips as well as the ankles. Pain can make it difficult to walk and may cause other complications. Some people will also experience pain that affects the genital tract, thus causing pain during urination. In some cases, discharge may be present. Contact your doctor if you notice pain that lasts for a long time. 370347296