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Juvenile Arthritis

Medically reviewed by Drugs.com. Last updated on Dec 2, 2024.

What is juvenile arthritis?

Juvenile arthritis is a long-term autoimmune disease that causes pain and inflammation in one or more joints. Juvenile arthritis develops when the immune system attacks the tissues in the joints. Your child may have symptoms for only a few months, or for the rest of his or her life. Your child may have periods of remission (no signs or symptoms). Your child may have any of 6 subtypes of juvenile arthritis. Ask his or her healthcare provider for more information about the type he or she has.

What are the signs and symptoms of juvenile arthritis?

What increases my child's risk for juvenile arthritis?

How is juvenile arthritis diagnosed?

Your child's healthcare provider will examine your child. He or she may ask about other medical conditions your child has and medicines he or she is taking. Healthcare providers will also need to know when the joint problems and other symptoms started. Your child may also need any of the following tests:

How is juvenile arthritis treated?

Treatment options

The following list of medications are related to or used in the treatment of this condition.

How can I help my child manage juvenile arthritis?

When should I seek immediate care?

When should I call my child's doctor?

Care Agreement

You have the right to help plan your child's care. Learn about your child's health condition and how it may be treated. Discuss treatment options with your child's healthcare providers to decide what care you want for your child. The above information is an educational aid only. It is not intended as medical advice for individual conditions or treatments. Talk to your doctor, nurse or pharmacist before following any medical regimen to see if it is safe and effective for you.

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