Juvenile rheumatoid arthritis is a type of arthritis that affects children 16 years of age or younger. Common symptoms of this condition include joint pain and swelling, unexplained rash, and problems with growth and development. Although the exact causes of juvenile rheumatoid arthritis are not known, scientists do know that it is an autoimmune disease. Symptoms often differ from child to child and can be more severe in some children than in others.
(Click Juvenile Rheumatoid Arthritis to learn more about this disease, including additional symptoms, possible causes, and various treatment options. You can also click any of the links in the box to the right for specific information.)
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