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Juvenile Rheumatoid Arthritis Treatments and Therapies |
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Juvenile Rheumatoid Arthritis (JRA) is the most common form of arthritis in children. Typical symptoms of JRA are joint inflammation, joint contracture (stiff, bent joint), joint damage and/or change in growth. Other symptoms include joint stiffness or decreased activity level. Children with JRA vary in the degree to which they are affected by particular symptoms. The 3 major types of JRA are pauciarticular JRA (affecting 4 or fewer joints), polyarticular JRA (affecting 5 or more joints) an ...
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How Juvenile Rheumatoid Arthritis Affects
the Eyes
... How the eye works Although it might not seem possible, a disease that affects the joints can sometimes also affect the eyes. Children with juvenile rheumatoid arthritis (JRA) can develop eye problems ...
Source: Cleveland Clinic
Complications ... Several serious complications can result from juvenile rheumatoid arthritis. But keeping a careful watch on your child''s condition and seeking appropriate medical attention can greatly reduce the ris...
Source: MayoClinic
Treatment ... Treatment for juvenile rheumatoid arthritis focuses on helping your child maintain a normal level of physical and social activity. To accomplish this, doctors may use a combination of strategies to re...
Source: MayoClinic
Self-care ... Caregivers can help children learn self-care techniques that help limit the effects of juvenile rheumatoid arthritis. Techniques include: Getting regular exercise. Exercise is important because it pro...
Source: MayoClinic
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