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* Adult-onset Still's disease is an inflammatory condition characterized by high spiking fevers, rash, sore throat, and joint pain. | * Adult-onset Still's disease is an inflammatory condition characterized by high spiking fevers, rash, sore throat, and joint pain.<ref name="urlAdult Still disease: MedlinePlus Medical Encyclopedia">{{cite web |url=https://medlineplus.gov/ency/article/000450.htm |title=Adult Still disease: MedlinePlus Medical Encyclopedia |format= |work= |accessdate=}}</ref> | ||
* As it progresses, adult-onset Still's disease may lead to chronic arthritis and other complications. | * As it progresses, adult-onset Still's disease may lead to chronic arthritis and other complications. | ||
* In 1896, an English doctor named George Still, described the condition in children and the disease is named after him. | * In 1896, an English doctor named George Still, described the condition in children and the disease is named after him.<ref name="urlWhat is Still’s Disease? | Stills Disease Information Center">{{cite web |url=http://www.stillsdisease.org/index.php/stills-info/ |title=What is Still’s Disease? | Still's Disease Information Center |format= |work= |accessdate=}}</ref> | ||
* Still's disease which occurs in children (those under the age of 16) is now known as systemic onset juvenile rheumatoid arthritis (JRA). | * Still's disease which occurs in children (those under the age of 16) is now known as systemic onset juvenile rheumatoid arthritis (JRA). | ||
* In 1971, the term "adult Still's disease" was used to describe adults who had a condition similar to systemic onset JRA. | * In 1971, the term "adult Still's disease" was used to describe adults who had a condition similar to systemic onset JRA. |
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Overview
Historical Perspective
- Adult-onset Still's disease is an inflammatory condition characterized by high spiking fevers, rash, sore throat, and joint pain.[1]
- As it progresses, adult-onset Still's disease may lead to chronic arthritis and other complications.
- In 1896, an English doctor named George Still, described the condition in children and the disease is named after him.[2]
- Still's disease which occurs in children (those under the age of 16) is now known as systemic onset juvenile rheumatoid arthritis (JRA).
- In 1971, the term "adult Still's disease" was used to describe adults who had a condition similar to systemic onset JRA.
- The cause of adult-onset Still's disease is unknown. No risk factors for the disease have been identified.
- There's no cure for adult-onset Still's disease; however, treatment may offer symptom relief and help prevent complications.