Fact Sheets

Juvenile Idiopathic Arthritis
Juvenile idiopathic arthritis is a chronic, inflammatory disease in children that causes swelling, pain, and stiffness in joints. Learn about symptoms and treatment.
Lupus
Lupus is an autoimmune disorder that causes inflammation in the joints and blood vessels, along with skin and neurological symptoms.
Diagnosing Lupus Nephritis
Lupus is an autoimmune disease that causes rampant inflammation throughout the body; lupus nephritis is the diagnosis when the kidneys are involved.
Multisystem Inflammatory Syndrome in Children (MIS-C)
MIS-C is a rare but serious condition that can occur in children diagnosed with COVID-19. Learn about symptoms and treatment.
Pediatric Sepsis
Sepsis is a severe inflammatory response in the body that can cause tissue damage and organ failure. Learn about symptoms and treatment.
Thumb Arthritis
Thumb arthritis is the second most common type of hand arthritis, which inflames the joints. Learn about symptoms and treatment.
Bursitis
Condition in which the bursae--fluid filled sacs at joint and muscle interfaces--become inflamed or irritated causing pain, swelling, and stiffness.
Lyme Disease
Lyme disease is a tick-borne infection that can lead to neurological complications. Learn about symptoms and treatment.
Scleroderma
An autoimmune disease in which the skin becomes thickened and hardened. It can also affect internal organs.
Running Injuries
About 65 percent of regular runners get hurt each year. It’s estimated that the average runner will sustain one injury for every 100 hours he or she runs.