Appropriate diet and exercise are important for a child’s growth and development, especially for children with JRA and other chronic illnesses. Chronic illness and medications have a great impact on a child’s weight, appetite and overall health. Some children can experience weight gain either from medications or limited activity. On the other hand, many children with JRA have decreased appetite or feel too tired eat, causing weight loss and poor growth.
Some children gain weight as a...
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