Concurrence of Juvenile Idiopathic Arthritis and Primary Demyelinating Disease in a Young Child
ConclusionThe concurrence of JIA and multiple sclerosis (MS) has been reported in only two adult cases and not in the pediatric population. While JIA and MS are two distinct chronic inflammatory diseases, immunogenetic predisposition and common environmental triggers might be involved.
Source: Multiple Sclerosis and Related Disorders - Category: Neurology Source Type: research
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