Juvenile Arthritis- Pauci-articular arthritis
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Frequently Asked Questions —
Date posted:
January 27th, 2012
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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.