The presence of antinuclear antibodies is a feature of various autoimmune disorders. However, they also are present in 20%-30% of the healthy pediatric population, which can lead to confusion and frustration for patients, families and general pediatricians.

Periodic fevers, aphthous stomatitis, pharyngitis and adenitis (PFAPA) syndrome is the most common periodic fever syndrome.

Arthritis rates are twice as high among Black children compared to White children

Pregnancy-compatible rheumatologic medications do exist, allowing those with rheumatic diseases to maintain clinical remission in pregnancy and postpartum.

Pediatricians, rheumatologists, ophthalmologists and other health care professionals must work together to coordinate care of patients with JIA and manage the long-term risks of biologics.

Roughly 342 U.S. children have contracted the rare but serious inflammatory condition linked to COVID-19, and six have died.

Intravenous (IV) belimumab was approved for children ages 5 years to 17 years with active, seropositive SLE receiving standard care.

The evidence-based resource provides five situations in which pediatricians and patients should pause and discuss whether the medical tests, treatments and procedures are necessary.

Infectious diseases specialist, orthopedic surgeon team up to discuss evaluation and management of limping child.

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In addition to tumor necrosis factor inhibitors, newer agents such as tocilizumab, canakinumab and abatacept have gained FDA approval for pediatric use.

This session will cover conditions like juvenile idiopathic arthritis, systemic lupus erythematosus, scleroderma subtypes, and mechanical problems.

Periodic fever, aphthous stomatitis, pharyngitis, and adenitis (PFAPA) syndrome affects about 2.3 in 10,000 children under age 5 years.

Pediatric rheumatologic diseases present inherent challenges in initial diagnosis and continued monitoring of disease activity.