A serology for viral agents may be performed. Treatment is symptomatic with analgesics . If joint inflammation is severe, aspiration of fluid from the affected joint may relieve pain. In general, the arthritis is mild. The outcome is usually good.
Most arthritis disappears within several days to weeks with resolution of the viral illness.
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