Pyogenic Arthritis — Uganda (General Adult population)
Management
Admit and immobilise affected joint. Relieve pain and fever with paracetamol or ibuprofen.
First Line Antibiotic
Cloxacillin 500 mg IV every 6 hours for 1-2 weeks, then switch to oral for at least 4 weeks.
If Gonococcal suspected
Ceftriaxone 1 g IV daily for 1 week.
Surgical
Daily aspiration of joint or surgical drainage if required.
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