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Still's Disease (Adult Onset) Learning Center

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Adult Still''s disease is a rare illness marked by high fevers, rash, and joint pain. It may lead to long-term(chronic) arthritis.It is more commonly called adult-onset Still''s disease(AOSD).Fewer than 1 out of 100,000...

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Symptoms
Almost all patients will have fever, joint pain, sore throat, and a rash. Joint pain, warmth, and swelling are common.
Causes
It affects women more often than men.Still's disease that occurs in children is called systemic juvenile idiopathic a...
Tests
Adult Still's disease can only be diagnosed after other diseases are ruled out. You may need many medical tests befor...
Treatments
The goal of treatment for adult Still's disease is to control the symptoms of arthritis. Aspirin and other nonsteroid...
Risk Factors
  • Young adult
Prevention
  • No known prevention
Doctor Specialties
Call your health care provider if you have symptoms of Adult Still's disease.If you have already been diagnosed with ...

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