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'''Still's disease''' is a rare type of [[arthritis]] that can affect both children and adults. It is characterized by high fevers, rash, and joint pain. The disease is named after the British physician Sir George Frederic Still, who first described the condition in 1897. | [[File:Diseases of children (1916) (14579765477).jpg|Diseases of children (1916)|thumb]] | ||
'''Still's disease''' is a rare type of [[arthritis]] that can affect both children and adults. It is characterized by high fevers, rash, and joint pain. The disease is named after the British physician [[Sir George Frederic Still]], who first described the condition in 1897. | |||
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Still's disease is a rare type of arthritis that can affect both children and adults. It is characterized by high fevers, rash, and joint pain. The disease is named after the British physician Sir George Frederic Still, who first described the condition in 1897.
Symptoms[edit]
The symptoms of Still's disease can vary widely, but they often include:
- High, spiking fevers that may reach 102 degrees Fahrenheit (38.9 degrees Celsius) or higher, usually in the late afternoon or early evening
- A salmon-colored, flat or slightly raised rash, usually on the trunk, arms or legs
- Joint pain or stiffness, often in the knees, wrists, and ankles
Causes[edit]
The exact cause of Still's disease is unknown. It is thought to be an autoimmune disease, which means the body's immune system mistakenly attacks its own tissues. Some researchers believe that a viral or bacterial infection may trigger the disease in people who are genetically predisposed to it.
Diagnosis[edit]
Diagnosis of Still's disease can be challenging because there is no specific test for it. Doctors usually diagnose the disease based on a patient's symptoms and a process of elimination to rule out other conditions. Blood tests, imaging tests, and sometimes a joint fluid analysis may be used to help make the diagnosis.
Treatment[edit]
Treatment for Still's disease typically involves medications to control inflammation and relieve symptoms. These may include nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs), corticosteroids, and disease-modifying antirheumatic drugs (DMARDs). In severe cases, a class of drugs known as biologics may be used.
Prognosis[edit]
The prognosis for people with Still's disease varies. Some people have a single episode of the disease and then recover completely, while others may have recurring episodes or chronic symptoms. Long-term complications can include joint damage and growth problems in children.
See also[edit]
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| Hypersensitivity and autoimmune diseases (279.5–6) | ||||||||||||||||
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NIH genetic and rare disease info[edit]
Still's disease is a rare disease.
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