Pelvic Pressure
The connection between UTI caused by E. coli and joint pain is not completely understood. Still, it is believed that the body’s immune system overreacts to the infection, causing inflammation in the urinary tract and other parts of the body, such as the joints. In some cases, this reaction can even lead to long-term joint damage.
In addition to joint pain, other symptoms of reactive arthritis caused by UTI include swollen joints, tendonitis, eye irritation, and skin rash.
These symptoms usually appear one to four weeks after contracting a bacterial infection. In most cases, the infection clears up on its own within a few months. However, the joint pain may persist for much longer, sometimes for years.
There is no specific treatment for joint pain caused by UTI. However, some treatments can help relieve the symptoms and improve their quality of life. These include anti-inflammatory drugs to reduce swelling and pain in the joints and pain relievers that alleviate pain and improve range of motion. Physical therapy can also help in strengthening muscles in affected joints.
