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{{Infobox medical condition | |||
| name = Meltzer's triad | |||
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| specialty = [[Rheumatology]] | |||
| symptoms = [[Arthralgia]], [[Purpura]], [[Myalgia]] | |||
| complications = | |||
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| duration = | |||
| causes = [[Cryoglobulinemia]] | |||
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| diagnosis = [[Clinical diagnosis]], [[Laboratory tests]] | |||
| differential = | |||
| prevention = | |||
| treatment = [[Immunosuppressive therapy]], [[Plasmapheresis]] | |||
| medication = [[Corticosteroids]], [[Rituximab]] | |||
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'''Meltzer's triad''' is a medical condition characterized by three primary symptoms: [[polyserositis]], [[fever]], and [[rheumatoid arthritis]]. It was first described by the American physician [[Samuel Meltzer]] in 1895. | '''Meltzer's triad''' is a medical condition characterized by three primary symptoms: [[polyserositis]], [[fever]], and [[rheumatoid arthritis]]. It was first described by the American physician [[Samuel Meltzer]] in 1895. | ||
== Symptoms and Signs == | == Symptoms and Signs == | ||
The three primary symptoms of Meltzer's triad are: | The three primary symptoms of Meltzer's triad are: | ||
* '''Polyserositis''': This is an inflammation of multiple serous membranes in the body, which can lead to fluid accumulation in the affected areas. Commonly affected areas include the pleura (lining of the lungs), pericardium (lining of the heart), and peritoneum (lining of the abdominal cavity). | * '''Polyserositis''': This is an inflammation of multiple serous membranes in the body, which can lead to fluid accumulation in the affected areas. Commonly affected areas include the pleura (lining of the lungs), pericardium (lining of the heart), and peritoneum (lining of the abdominal cavity). | ||
* '''Fever''': Patients with Meltzer's triad often experience a high fever, which is a common response of the body to inflammation or infection. | * '''Fever''': Patients with Meltzer's triad often experience a high fever, which is a common response of the body to inflammation or infection. | ||
* '''Rheumatoid Arthritis''': This is a chronic inflammatory disorder that primarily affects the joints. In Meltzer's triad, rheumatoid arthritis is often severe and can lead to significant disability. | * '''Rheumatoid Arthritis''': This is a chronic inflammatory disorder that primarily affects the joints. In Meltzer's triad, rheumatoid arthritis is often severe and can lead to significant disability. | ||
== Causes == | == Causes == | ||
The exact cause of Meltzer's triad is unknown. However, it is often associated with [[systemic lupus erythematosus]] (SLE), a chronic autoimmune disease that can affect various parts of the body. | The exact cause of Meltzer's triad is unknown. However, it is often associated with [[systemic lupus erythematosus]] (SLE), a chronic autoimmune disease that can affect various parts of the body. | ||
== Diagnosis == | == Diagnosis == | ||
Diagnosis of Meltzer's triad is based on the presence of the three primary symptoms. Additional tests may be performed to rule out other conditions and to confirm the diagnosis. These may include blood tests, imaging studies, and tissue biopsies. | Diagnosis of Meltzer's triad is based on the presence of the three primary symptoms. Additional tests may be performed to rule out other conditions and to confirm the diagnosis. These may include blood tests, imaging studies, and tissue biopsies. | ||
== Treatment == | == Treatment == | ||
Treatment of Meltzer's triad is aimed at managing the symptoms and reducing inflammation. This may involve the use of medications such as nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs), corticosteroids, and disease-modifying antirheumatic drugs (DMARDs). In severe cases, surgery may be required to remove excess fluid from the affected areas. | Treatment of Meltzer's triad is aimed at managing the symptoms and reducing inflammation. This may involve the use of medications such as nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs), corticosteroids, and disease-modifying antirheumatic drugs (DMARDs). In severe cases, surgery may be required to remove excess fluid from the affected areas. | ||
== See Also == | == See Also == | ||
* [[Polyserositis]] | * [[Polyserositis]] | ||
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* [[Rheumatoid arthritis]] | * [[Rheumatoid arthritis]] | ||
* [[Systemic lupus erythematosus]] | * [[Systemic lupus erythematosus]] | ||
[[Category:Medical triads]] | [[Category:Medical triads]] | ||
[[Category:Rheumatology]] | [[Category:Rheumatology]] | ||
[[Category:Inflammations]] | [[Category:Inflammations]] | ||
[[Category:Autoimmune diseases]] | [[Category:Autoimmune diseases]] | ||
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Latest revision as of 03:43, 4 April 2025
| Meltzer's triad | |
|---|---|
| Synonyms | |
| Pronounce | N/A |
| Specialty | Rheumatology |
| Symptoms | Arthralgia, Purpura, Myalgia |
| Complications | |
| Onset | |
| Duration | |
| Types | N/A |
| Causes | Cryoglobulinemia |
| Risks | |
| Diagnosis | Clinical diagnosis, Laboratory tests |
| Differential diagnosis | |
| Prevention | |
| Treatment | Immunosuppressive therapy, Plasmapheresis |
| Medication | Corticosteroids, Rituximab |
| Prognosis | |
| Frequency | |
| Deaths | N/A |
Meltzer's triad is a medical condition characterized by three primary symptoms: polyserositis, fever, and rheumatoid arthritis. It was first described by the American physician Samuel Meltzer in 1895.
Symptoms and Signs[edit]
The three primary symptoms of Meltzer's triad are:
- Polyserositis: This is an inflammation of multiple serous membranes in the body, which can lead to fluid accumulation in the affected areas. Commonly affected areas include the pleura (lining of the lungs), pericardium (lining of the heart), and peritoneum (lining of the abdominal cavity).
- Fever: Patients with Meltzer's triad often experience a high fever, which is a common response of the body to inflammation or infection.
- Rheumatoid Arthritis: This is a chronic inflammatory disorder that primarily affects the joints. In Meltzer's triad, rheumatoid arthritis is often severe and can lead to significant disability.
Causes[edit]
The exact cause of Meltzer's triad is unknown. However, it is often associated with systemic lupus erythematosus (SLE), a chronic autoimmune disease that can affect various parts of the body.
Diagnosis[edit]
Diagnosis of Meltzer's triad is based on the presence of the three primary symptoms. Additional tests may be performed to rule out other conditions and to confirm the diagnosis. These may include blood tests, imaging studies, and tissue biopsies.
Treatment[edit]
Treatment of Meltzer's triad is aimed at managing the symptoms and reducing inflammation. This may involve the use of medications such as nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs), corticosteroids, and disease-modifying antirheumatic drugs (DMARDs). In severe cases, surgery may be required to remove excess fluid from the affected areas.
