Systemic Juvenile Idiopathic Arthritis: What is It? Systemic Juvenile Idiopathic Arthritis (sJIA) is a rare but severe form of juvenile arthritis that affects children. Unlike other types, it involves joint inflammation and systemic symptoms such as high fevers, rash, and inflammation of internal organs. Flare-ups of arthritis, fever, and rash in children characterize systemic juvenile…
Reactive Arthritis (Reiter’s syndrome): What is it? Reactive Arthritis is an inflammatory joint condition that develops in response to an infection, usually in the urinary tract, intestines, or genitals. It commonly affects the knees, ankles, and feet, causing pain, swelling, and stiffness. Other symptoms may include eye inflammation (conjunctivitis), urinary problems, and skin issues. The…
Introduction Bouchard’s nodes, which are bony nodules, also called osteophytes, that form on the middle joint of the fingers and are commonly caused by osteoarthritis, may be the source of pain and stiffness in the finger. Bouchard’s nodes are fluid cysts or hard, bony protuberances on the proximal interphalangeal joints, which are the middle joints…
What is a Pseudogout? Pseudogout (calcium pyrophosphate deposition disease, CPPD) is a type of arthritis characterized by sudden, painful swelling in one or more joints, often the knee. It is caused by the deposition of calcium pyrophosphate crystals in the joint cartilage, leading to inflammation. Symptoms resemble those of gout, but instead of uric acid…
Arthritis is a broad term for conditions causing inflammation and pain in the joints. It affects people of all ages, with the most common types being osteoarthritis, which results from wear and tear, and rheumatoid arthritis, an autoimmune disorder. Symptoms often include joint pain, stiffness, swelling, and reduced mobility. Management strategies vary depending on the…
What is a Rheumatoid Arthritis? Rheumatoid arthritis (RA) is a chronic autoimmune disorder characterized by inflammation of the synovial joints, leading to pain, stiffness, and swelling. Unlike osteoarthritis, which primarily affects cartilage, rheumatoid arthritis targets the lining of the joints, known as the synovium, causing damage and eventually resulting in joint deformity and disability. Early…
