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Is reactive arthritis an autoimmune disease?
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Reactive arthritis is not considered an autoimmune disease. Autoimmune diseases are conditions in which the immune system mistakenly attacks the body's own tissues and organs.

Reactive arthritis, also known as Reiter's syndrome, is a type of inflammatory arthritis that develops in response to an infection, such as a sexually transmitted infection (STI) or a gastrointestinal infection. The immune system responds to the infection by producing inflammation in the joints, which can cause pain, swelling, and stiffness.

While the exact cause of reactive arthritis is not well understood, it is thought to result from a combination of genetic and environmental factors, such as the presence of specific HLA (human leukocyte antigen) types and a history of previous infections.
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