Q: Who should I consult if I have arthritis?
A: You may consult a Rheumatologist who is a specialist at treating arthritis. However, many different organs are involved and you may be required to consult several other specialists.
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Q: Why is Reactive Arthritis considered a systemic rheumatic disease?
A: It is considered as a systemic rheumatic disease because it affects a variety of other organs such as the eyes, mouth, joints, skin, kidneys, heart, and lungs.
Q: Is Reactive Arthritis contagious?
A: No, it is not but the organism that initially triggered it could be contagious.
Q: Why are men more prone to Reactive Arthritis compared to women?
A: It is because they are more prone to be infected by STD-causing organisms which in turn could lead to Reactive Arthritis. In women, the disease is mostly milder and may occur as a result of food poisoning.
