JIA

Juvenile idiopathic arthritis

A group of inflammatory arthritis conditions that begin before age 16, causing joint swelling and stiffness.

What it is

JIA varies by type. Early specialist care helps protect growth and joints.

Signs people often notice

•Joint swelling
•Morning stiffness
•Limping
•Sometimes eye inflammation

Who it affects

Children under 16; more common in girls.

Questions worth asking your clinician

?Which type is it?
?What treatment suits my child?
?How often should eyes be checked?

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