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September 10, 2025

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Patient with septic arthritis due to salmonella responded well to antibiotics after hip joint aspiration.
The patient had beta thalassemia and previous splenectomy, indicating increased risk of joint infections.
Salmonella septic arthritis is often seen in individuals with underlying hemoglobinopathies and joint disorders.
Limited cases exist in thalassemia patients, calling for awareness in typhoid endemic regions to guide diagnosis.

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Case report of salmonella septic arthritis highlights risks in patients with hemoglobinopathies, indicating need for timely diagnosis.

Khan et al. (2025) studied this question.

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