M01.4: Rubella arthritis

Rubella arthritis, also categorized under the infectious and parasitic diseases, is a condition that occurs in some individuals after the infection of Rubella virus, commonly known as German measles. This viral infection can cause an inflammatory response in the joints, leading to discomfort, swelling, and pain, a condition referred to as arthritis. Rubella arthritis generally unfolds several days post initial infection, often characterized by mild joint inflammation, primarily in the wrists, knees, fingers, and toes. Though it can affect both men and women, the incidence is found to be more common in adult females. Despite the discomfort, rubella arthritis is usually temporary and tends to subside as the body fights off the Rubella virus. However, in rare instances, it can persist and develop into chronic arthritis. The affected individual may exhibit additional signs of rubella infection such as mild fever, rash, and swollen lymph glands.