Juvinile Rheumatoid Arthritis

Juvenile Rheumatoid Arthritis 

Juvenile Rheumatoid Arthritis is a type of arthritis mostly found in kids. This is also known as JIA. It is characterized by pain and swelling in joints , redness and stiffness in joints, painful movement of the joint,  the symptoms varies from child to child. It is an underlying problems and can only be detachable by the Medical Practitioner. It occurs in children less than 16 years of age and can show up at any age. Diet plays a very important role in Arthritis. It can help in lowering the symptoms of arthritis.In this post I am sharing some tips to deal with the problem in a child suffering from JRA.

Causing factors 

The main causing factors of JRA are still not clear. It could be genetic or due to any injury. Sometimes it is due to the improper function of the immune system in the body. This can also be triggered by some allergic reactions to any food or chemical.. There are other common causing factors which can only be detected by the test conducted by the medical practitioner.

Diagnosis of JRA

JRA is an underlying disease which can sometimes have visible symptoms and sometimes minor. It can only be detected by the testing. The symptoms varies from child to child and they have included pain in limbs or swelling or deformed bones or it may be consistent or for a short term. Only a medical practitioner can diagnose it. He will ask you to get some tests done which may include X Ray, CT scan, blood Test, MRI etc. and only he can diagnose it as it has very common symptoms, which occurs in daily life.

Diet Therapy for Juvenile Rheumatoid Arthritis

• The children with JRA must include different varieties of vegetables and fruits, but must avoid the night shade plants like potato, eggplant etc. 
•  The child must include physical exercise, and must remain active 
• The child should avoid red meat, egg, caffeine and dairy products as it can worsen the situation 
• One must include fish, high fat fishes and sea food in the diet. Including cod liver oil as a supplement after concerning a medical practitioner can also help reduce the symptoms.
• The food rich in Omega-3 and omega-6 must be included in the diet of the child.
• Include food rich in fibers as they will boost the bowl moment and help in the absorption of nutrients.
• The child must be encouraged to drink plenty of water.
• The diet of the child must include food rich in calcium. Dairy products can be included but one must be careful and after giving any dairy products or milk, one must check the symptoms, if they are contributing to any of them , it should be avoided. They can be replaced by other rich in calcium like makhana (Fox Nuts), broccoli, avocado, dragon Fruit etc. The Doctor will prescribe the calcium supplement as required. 
• Meanwhile vitamin D plays a very important role in the absorption of calcium so encourage the child to spend some time in the sun in addition to the medicine prescribed by the doctors 
• One must include nuts, seeds and whole grain in the diet. Which are rich in essential nutrients and zinc. 
• They must be encouraged for outdoor activities. 
• Proper support and guidance must be given to the child by their family and surrounding. 

Conclusion 

There are only few cases of JRA in which the problem increases. The disease is curable, by timely diagnosis ,unlike the RA in adults. According to the study conducted, most of the children who suffered from JRA, have recovered from the disease. With the timely diagnosis, treatment, proper diet and moral support from parents can be helpful to a great extent.