Migratory Polyarthritis Associated with Plesiomonas shigelloides Infection

Abstract

Migratory polyarthritis was observed in a child with Plesiomonas shigelloides infection of the gastrointestinal tract. All symptoms and signs of arthritis resolved following successful treatment of infection with the appropriate antibiotic. Plesiomonas shigelloides should be added to the list of microbial agents associated with polyarthritis.

Key Words:

• migratory polyarthritis
• aseptic arthritis