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Juvenile Arthritis - Cause - Diagnosis - Symptoms - Treatment

Juvenile arthritis cause, diagnosis, symptoms, and treatment. Juvenile rheumatoid arthritis (JRA), generally refers to children affected by inflammatory arthritis under the age of sixteen. Typically, the course of rheumatoid arthritis is different in children and adults.
Juvenile Arthritis Screening Quiz / Does My Child Have Arthritis?
It's very difficult for a parent to see their child in pain. Take the Juvenile Arthritis Screening Quiz. Juvenile arthritis is not a single disease, but rather a variety of diseases with persistent symptoms of arthritis which start before age 16. Consult a pediatric rheumatologist for a proper diagnosis and treatment plan.
Guide To Juvenile Rheumatoid Arthritis
Learn more about the cause, symptoms and treatment of juvenile rheumatoid arthritis.
How To Prepare Yourself and Your Young Child For A Doctor Visit
Preparing for your child's doctor visit is important for child and parent.
Juvenile Arthritis - What is Juvenile Arthritis?
A brief explanation and fast facts about juvenile arthritis.
Polyarticular - What is Polyarticular Juvenile Rheumatoid Arthritis?
A brief explanation and fast facts about polyarticular juvenile rheumatoid arthritis.
Pauciarticular - What's Pauciarticular Juvenile Rheumatoid Arthritis?
A brief explanation and fast facts about pauciarticular juvenile rheumatoid arthritis.
Juvenile Arthritis: Arthritis Is A Children's Disease Too
A common misconception is that only the old can get arthritis. Arthritis is not an old person's disease. The disease affects approximately 285,000 American children.
It's Not Just Growing Pains
Book review of "It's Not Just Growing Pains", a guide to childhood muscle, bone, and joint pain, rheumatic diseases, and the latest treatments.
Book Review: It's Not Just Growing Pains
Book review of "It's Not Just Growing Pains", a guide to childhood muscle, bone, and joint pain, rheumatic diseases, and the latest treatments.
Osteoporosis Prevention For Kids: A Guide for Parents
Osteoporosis is a disease that causes bones to become less dense and prone to fractures. Osteoporosis has been called "a pediatric disease with geriatric consequences". Kids with juvenile arthritis need to take special care of their bones,
Juvenile rheumatoid arthritis
Juvenile Rheumatoid Arthritis is a chronic, inflammatory disease resulting in joint pain and inflammation. It may result in joint damage. It usually occurs before age 16.
The Rheumatoid Arthritis Guide: Free E-Course Newsletter
Various aspects of rheumatoid arthritis make it different from other kinds of arthritis. It is important to learn all that you can about the disease. Better understanding will enhance your ability to manage the condition. Subscribe now.
Rheumatoid Arthritis Screening Quiz
Early diagnosis of rheumatoid arthritis and early, aggressive treatment can help prevent joint damage and deformity. A combination of diagnostic tests, physical examination, and x-ray evidence confirms the diagnosis of rheumatoid arthritis. Take our screening quiz and if you suspect rheumatoid arthritis, consult a rheumatologist.
Working With JRA / RA - Canadian TV Reporter Becomes Creative Queen
Tamara Nowakowsky, was diagnosed with juvenile arthritis at a very tender age, yet she never gave up her drive to be successful. Her story is truly inspirational. Tamara has taken a career path, and made transitions which have allowed her to continue working - from television reporter, to communications specialist, to business woman.
Anemia - chronic disease
Certain chronic infections and inflammatory diseases cause several changes in the blood production (hematopoietic) system. Conditions associated with the anemia of infection and chronic inflammatory diseases include juvenile rheumatoid arthritis and rheumatic fever.
Secondary systemic amyloid
Secondary systemic amyloid is a disorder in which insoluble protein fibers become deposited in tissues and organs impairing their function. It can be associated with chronic arthritis conditions such as rheumatoid arthritis, juvenile chronic arthritis, systemic lupus erythematosus, Reiter's syndrome, ankylosing spondylitis and Sjogren's syndrome.
The American Juvenile Arthritis Organization - Profile
As a council of the Arthritis Foundation, the American Juvenile Arthritis Organization (AJAO) leads the effort to improve the quality of life for those affected by childhood arthritis and related diseases.
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