Gonococcal arthritis is caused by infection with the gram-negative diplococcus Neisseria gonorrhoeae. Gonococcal arthritis constitutes the most common form of gonococcal infection which develops secondary to the urogenital tract infection in about 5% cases of gonorrhea, usually from 3 to 4 weeks after the initial infection. This article describes the treatment options for gonococcal arthritis. Arthritis occurs either in acute or chronic form due to different etiologic agents.
A critical point to determine is to find out and confirm scientifically its etiology, before the institution of specific therapy. It is possible that gonococcal origin or etiology may be overlooked in many cases of rheumatism especially in children and young adults if the physician fails to maintain a high index of suspicion. The difficulty can be minimized if he remembers the importance of adequate inquiry about…
