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Juvenile Arthritis- Pauci-articular arthritis

Resource type: Frequently Asked Questions  —  Date posted: January 27th, 2012   Number of views: 1727


What is Pauci-articular arthritis?

  • Pauci-articular arthritis affects fewer than 5 joints, and is the most common form.
  • It tends to occur in children under the age of 5, and this type effects more girls than boys.
  • Iritis (eye condition) can be associated with this condition.
  • Many children go into remission after 3 or 4 yrs.
  • Others progress to Polyarticular arthritis.

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