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If your doctor suspects infectious arthritis, they will call for various tests to firm up the diagnosis. Blood, urine, and joint fluid samples will be analyzed for infectious organisms. But even before the lab results come back, your doctor may begin giving you antibiotics, starting with those that kill the “usual suspects.” Other medicines may follow once the doctor is sure what’s ailing you, including additional or other antibiotics, antifungal medicines, or antiviral medications.

In addition, your doctor may drain pus from the joint, splint the joint, if necessary, and arrange for you to get physical therapy. Certain infections may also require surgery to clean out the joint.