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Juvenile Idiopathic Arthritis (JIA): Causes, Symptoms, and Treatment

Affecting children under the age of sixteen, juvenile idiopathic arthritis (JIA) is a chronic inflammatory disease that causes ongoing joint inflammation, pain, and stiffness. Though the precise aetiology remains unknown, experts believe it to be an excessive immune response that incorrectly targets the joints. Environmental and genetic elements could help explain the starting point.
Each type of JIA—oligoarticular, polyarticular, and systemic—has different symptoms. Typical symptoms are swollen joints, morning stiffness, tiredness, and aberrant growth. Some children may also have fever, a rash, or uveitis—eye inflammation—that calls for quick medical intervention.
Prevention of joint injury and enhancement of long-term results depend on early diagnosis. Treatment usually involves combining disease-modifying antirheumatic medications (DMARs), NSAIDs, and biologic medicines to reduce inflammation. Physical treatment plays a significant role in maintaining mobility and avoiding abnormalities. Severe cases could need joint injections or surgery.
Many children with JIA enjoy active, full lives with immediate intervention and a thorough treatment plan. A balanced diet and mild exercise, among other lifestyle changes, assist in controlling symptoms and improving general well-being.