Synovitis
Synovitis Causes
Synovitis is a major problem in rheumatoid arthritis, in juvenile arthritis, in psoriatic arthritis, and in lupus. It may also be linked with rheumatic fever, tuberculosis, trauma, or gout.
Synovitis Definition
Synovitis is the medical term for inflammation of a synovial membrane, which line the joints which possess cavities, called synovial joints. The condition is typically painful, particularly when the joint is moved. The joint usually swells because of fluid collection.
Synovitis Diagnosis
In addition to the clinical presentation (warm, red, and swollen joints), the diagnosis may be done with Synovial Fluid Analysis.
Synovitis Symptoms and Signs
Because of the mass of inflammatory cells in rheumatoid arthritis, the joint appears swollen and feels puffy or boggy when touched.
Synovitis Treatment
Symptoms of synovitis can be treated with anti-inflammatory drugs such as NSAIDs. Specific treatment depends on the determining cause of the inflammation.
Drugs used for treatment of Synovitis
Medrol
Rumalaya