10. Infections: The Unseen Pain Culprit
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In some cases, joint pain can be caused by infections, either directly within the joint (septic arthritis) or as a result of a systemic infection that spreads to the joint, such as Lyme disease or viral infections like hepatitis and mumps.
Symptoms of an infected joint may include pain, swelling, redness, and warmth, as well as fever and chills. Treatment for joint infections typically involves antibiotics or antiviral medications, depending on the cause, as well as pain relievers and anti-inflammatory drugs to manage symptoms. (10)
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