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Juvenile Rheumatoid Arthritis Learning Center

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Juvenile rheumatoid arthritis (JRA) is a term used to describe a common type of arthritis in children. It is a long-term (chronic) disease resulting in joint pain and swelling.

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Symptoms
Arthritis symptoms: Joint stiffness when you wake up in the morning; Joint pain; Limited range of motion; Joints may ...
Causes
The cause of JRA is not known. It is thought to be an autoimmune illness. In this type of condition, the body's immun...
Tests
The physical examination may show swollen, warm, and tender joints that hurt to move. The child may have a rash. Othe...
Treatments
When only a small number of joints are involved, nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs) such as ibuprofen or n...
Risk Factors
  • Young child
  • No Known Risk Factors
Complications
Wearing away or destruction of joints (can occur in patients with more severe JRA; Slow rate of growth; Uneven growth...
Prevention
There is no known prevention for JRA.
Doctor Specialties
Call for an appointment with your health care provider if: You notice symptoms of juvenile rheumatoid arthritis; Symp...

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