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Still's Disease
Still's Disease (pronounced: /stɪlz diːziːz/) is a rare type of arthritis that can affect both children and adults. It is named after the British physician Sir George Frederic Still, who first described the condition in 1897.
Etymology
The term "Still's Disease" is derived from the name of Sir George Frederic Still, a British pediatrician who first described the condition in a series of lectures in 1897. The word "disease" comes from the Old French desaise, meaning "lack of ease".
Definition
Still's Disease is a form of juvenile idiopathic arthritis (JIA) that affects children, but it can also occur in adults (where it is known as Adult-onset Still's disease (AOSD)). It is characterized by high spiking fevers, joint pain, and a distinctive salmon-colored rash.
Symptoms
The main symptoms of Still's Disease include:
- High, spiking fevers
- Joint pain and stiffness
- Salmon-colored rash
- Fatigue
- Swollen lymph nodes
- Weight loss
Diagnosis
Diagnosis of Still's Disease is often challenging due to its rarity and the lack of specific diagnostic tests. It is usually based on the presence of characteristic symptoms and the exclusion of other conditions.
Treatment
Treatment for Still's Disease typically involves medications to reduce inflammation and control symptoms, including nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs), corticosteroids, and disease-modifying antirheumatic drugs (DMARDs).
Related Terms
- Arthritis
- Juvenile idiopathic arthritis
- Adult-onset Still's disease
- Nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs
- Corticosteroids
- Disease-modifying antirheumatic drugs
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Still
- Wikipedia's article - Still
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