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INFECTIOUS OR BACTERIAL ARTHRITIS
Treating and providing aftercare for septic arthritis in children
Septic arthritis is a medical emergency and you should take your child to an emergency department should septic arthritis be suspected. It's caused by a bacterial infection in the joint space and may cause permanent damage if not treated immediately. It's most common in the hip and knees.
It's caused by bacteria which can enter the bloodstream through a cut on the skin and travels to the joints.
Parents should watch for the following symptoms in their child:
Babies may be irritable and refuse to feed. They may have redness in the joints, a racing pulse and obvious infection around the umbilical cord (where the bacteria may have entered).
This content is intended for general information only and does not replace the need for personal advice from a qualified health professional.