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What Is Juvenile Rheumatoid Arthritis?
Kids Health — Learn about juvenile rheumatoid arthritis, a specific kind of arthritis that usually occurs in kids and teens under age 17. Lots of teens think that arthritis is something only their grandparents get, but it's actually a condition that affects ...More…
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How Juvenile Rheumatoid Arthritis Affects the Eyes
Clevand Clinic — Although it might not seem possible, a disease that affects the joints can sometimes also affect the eyes. Children with juvenile idiopathic (formerly called rheumatoid) arthritis (JIA) can develop eye problems either as a result of the disease ...More…
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Juvenile Rheumatoid Arthritis
Arthritis Foundation — Juvenile rheumatoid arthritis (JRA) is the most common forms of arthritis in children. It is also called juvenile idiopathic arthritis (JIA) and juvenile chronic arthritis (JCA). It is often a mild condition that causes few problems over time, ...More…
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Celebrex Approved to Treat Juvenile Rheumatoid Arthritis
Food & Drug Administration — The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) today approved Celebrex (celecoxib) for a new use - the relief of the signs and symptoms of Juvenile Rheumatoid Arthritis (JRA) in patients two years of age and older. Today's approval follows the ...More…
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Juvenile Rheumatoid Arthritis (JRA)
Arthritis Foundation — JRA is the most common form of arthritis in children. It may be a mild condition that causes few problems over time, but it can be much more persistent and cause joint and tissue damage in other children. JRA can produce serious complications in ...More…
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Immune System Medications
Arthritis Foundation — Early diagnosis and appropriate treatment provides children with the best possible opportunity for a favorable outcome. Your child's treatment will be based on the kind of arthritis he/she has and on their specific symptoms. The goals of any ...More…
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Fast Facts About Juvenile Arthritis
National Institute of Arthritis — Children can get arthritis just like adults. Arthritis is caused by inflammation of the joints. It causes pain, swelling, stiffness, and loss of motion. Juvenile arthritis is the term used to describe arthritis in children. The most common type ...More…
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Arthritis.org Surgery Center
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Juvenile Arthritis Treatment Plan
Arthritis Foundation — Minimizing Negative Side Effects and Monitoring Adherence and Disease Symptoms Children with chronic diseases (such as juvenile arthritis) often have difficulty following a treatment program consistently. No one likes to take medications, do ...More…
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Exercise Overview
Arthritis Foundation — Exercise is an essential part of treatment for all forms of juvenile arthritis. For children with arthritis, exercise helps keep joints mobile and muscles strong, while regaining lost motion or strength. As a result, everyday activitites like ...More…
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Dealing with Emotional Issues
Arthritis Foundation — Having arthritis may be a life-altering experience, but effort should be made to maintain as many of your child's daily routines and comforting habits as possible. Doing so will minimize the potential and natural emotional effects of your child's ...More…
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Juvenile Arthritis Surgery
Arthritis Foundation — Soft-tissue release may help improve the position of a joint that has been pulled out of line. For this surgery, the surgeon cuts and repairs the tight tissues that cause the contracture. This lets the joint to return to a more normal ...More…