
Juvenile Idiopathic Arthritis Symptoms, Types, Causes | NIAMS
Overview of Juvenile Idiopathic Arthritis (JIA) Like adults, children can develop arthritis, a condition that causes inflammation of the joints. The most common type of chronic, or long-lasting, arthritis that …
Juvenile Idiopathic Arthritis (JIA)
Who Treats Juvenile Idiopathic Arthritis (JIA)? Treating juvenile idiopathic arthritis typically requires a team approach that involves several different health care providers. JIA is primarily treated by: …
Juvenile Idiopathic Arthritis (JIA): Research & Resources
The most common type of long-lasting arthritis that affects children is juvenile idiopathic arthritis. Symptoms include joint pain, swelling, warmth, & stiffness.
Arthritis & Rheumatic Diseases - Overview & Types | NIAMS
Jun 5, 2025 · Find information about more than 20 different arthritic diseases (those that affect the joints) and rheumatic diseases (which usually affect joints, tendons, ligaments, bones, and muscles).
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Jun 5, 2025 · Juvenile Idiopathic Arthritis (JIA) Juvenile arthritis describes arthritis in children. Arthritis is caused by inflammation of the joints. Find out all you need to know about juvenile arthritis.
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¿Qué es la osteoartritis? Es una enfermedad que daña el cartílago o tejido resbaladizo que cubre los extremos de los huesos, causando fricción entre estos y produciendo dolor, hinchazón y pérdida de …
Translational Genetics and Genomics Section | NIAMS
The Translational Genetics and Genomics Section (TGGS) is a research group focused on understanding the mechanisms that underlie inflammatory and autoimmune disease. The unit …
Health Lesson: Learning About Joints | NIAMS
Jun 9, 2025 · NIAMS offers science-based classroom materials and activities for teachers to build accurate, age-appropriate lesson plans about joints for students in grades 4, 5, and 6.
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What is juvenile idiopathic arthritis (JIA)? Juvenile idiopathic arthritis (JIA) is the most common type of chronic, or long-lasting, arthritis that affects children. It happens when the immune system attacks …
Reactive Arthritis : Diagnosis, Treatment, and Steps to Take
What is reactive arthritis? It is caused by an infection and results in joint pain and swelling. You may also have red, swollen eyes and a swollen urinary tract.