Spotting the First Signs of Pediatric Arthritis

Of the various conditions that a person suffers from, one of the most commonly heard is Arthritis. Any person, no matter the age, might come into the clutches ofArthritis. Whether you are an old age person or you have a year-old baby at your home, either of you might have Arthritis. While adults are very well aware of the condition and how it might affect them, it can be nothing less than a mental and physical trauma to the kids.

 

The Overview

 

Juvenile Arthritis is quite common in children below 16 years and involves inflammation of the synovium. Synovium is nothing but the tissue lining the interior of joints. There might be several factors why a child might experience joint pain but chronic pain of 6 weeks or longer is indicative of arthritis. A brief understanding of not only the signs and symptoms but also of diagnosis and treatment will offer a better awareness of the condition.

 

Symptoms of Juvenile Arthritis

 

There are a few signs and symptoms of Juvenile Arthritis that one must know of. These may include, but may not limit to:

 

●       High fever

●       Fatigue even after short-span exercises

●       Swelling or inflammation in the joints

●       Uveitis or permanent damage to the eyes can also be one of the signs.

●       Light pink rash

●       Stiffness in the joints accompanied by joint swelling

●       Not just swelling but also pain in the joints.

●       Development growth problems might happen in some children.

●       Muscles and surrounding tissues of the joint may deteriorate due to less usage.

 

Diagnosis of Pediatric Arthritis

 

A thorough evaluation after certain tests might help in determining if your child is suffering from Juvenile or Pediatric Arthritis. These tests or examinations may be:

 

●       MRI or Magnetic Resonance Imaging tests

●       Tests for all types of viruses

●       Urine or blood lab tests

●       Checking for rheumatoid factor. If you are an adult, this factor might be present in your body.

●       Bone scans for detecting any changes in bone and joints

●       Tests for detecting Lyme diseases

●       Blood culture tests detect infection in the blood.

 

Treatment of Pediatric Arthritis

 

There are various treatment methods available for Juvenile Arthritis in children, depending upon the type of arthritis they have. One might go for surgery in a severe juvenile arthritis case for adjusting the joint placement. Medications are a possible alternative that the child might need to take for quite a few years.

 

With the best in-house team of specialists, our doctors are available round the clock. Our doctors are experts in precisely treating arthritis while recognizing the needs of your child and how you expect your child's treatment plan to be.

 

Give a call to book an appointment with one of our specialists and we will be happy to help you.