Poncet's disease: An uncommon presentation of a common disease in Sudan.

KEY CLINICAL MESSAGE: Poncet's disease is an acute onset reactive polyarthritis associated with tuberculosis infection. Although uncommon, the diagnosis should be considered among patients presenting with symmetrical polyarthritis in tuberculosis-endemic regions.

ABSTRACT: This is a case report of Poncet's disease presenting as bilateral knee and wrist pain associated with swelling. Joint x-rays and immunological assays were normal. A chest x-ray and Gene-Xpert diagnosed tuberculosis. A complete resolution of symptoms was attained following the completion of antituberculous therapy regimen.