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reactive /re·ac·tive/ (re-ak´tiv) characterized by reaction; readily responsive to a stimulus.

re·ac·tive (r

adj.

1. Tending to be responsive or to react to a stimulus.

2. Characterized by reaction.

3. Tending to participate readily in chemical reactions.

reactive.

See reaction.

Patient discussion about reactive.

Q. Does anyone have experience treating reactive arthritis? symtoms: bladder incontence, sore joint, eye irritation, cracked fingers and lips

A. The management of reactive arthritis usually starts with pain killers and injection of steroids into the joints, and if necessary, stronger medications. Due to the severity of this condition, consulting a doctor may be wise.

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