Specialty Pediatric Care That Changes Lives
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Dermatomyositis
Dermatomyositis is a rare autoimmune disorder that inflames healthy muscle tissue, causing weakness. Treatment at Shriners Children's may include physical therapy, speech therapy, medication or surgery.
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Juvenile Idiopathic Arthritis
Juvenile idiopathic arthritis (JIA) is a disease of the immune system in children that causes long-lasting joint swelling or stiffness. Early diagnosis and aggressive treatment of JIA at Shriners Children's is key.
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Lupus
Lupus is a chronic autoimmune disease where the immune system attacks the tissues and organs. At Shriners Children's, lupus is commonly treated with medication.
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Lyme Disease
Lyme disease is a bacterial infection typically spread by tick bites. Months to years after a bite, symptoms may include inflammation of joints (arthritis). Shriners Children's treats arthritis caused by Lyme disease.
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Mixed Connective Tissue Disease
Mixed connective tissue disease (MCTD) is an autoimmune condition that combines several disorders - lupus, scleroderma and polymyositis. A combination of medicines can help effectively manage symptoms of MCTD.
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Periodic Fever Syndrome
Children with periodic fever syndrome typically have recurring fevers combined with a rash, joint pain or swelling, sores in the mouth and abdominal pain. For treatment, rheumatologists may prescribe anti-inflammatory medication.
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Scleroderma
Scleroderma is a rare autoimmune disease where normal connective tissues are replaced with dense, thick scar tissue. Treatments such as medication and physical therapy are available at Shriners Children’s.
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Sjogren's Syndrome
Sjogren's syndrome, an autoimmune disorder where white blood cells fight the glands that produce moisture, often accompanies arthritis or lupus. Treatment goals are to decrease inflammation, and prevent pain and long-term damage.
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Spondyloarthropathy
Spondyloarthropathy, also known as juvenile spondyloarthritis (JSpA), is a rheumatic disease that causes arthritis in the lower part of the body. Rheumatologists often work with other specialists to determine the best course of treatment.
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Vasculitis
In children with vasculitis, the immune system mistakenly attacks blood vessels, resulting in complex inflammation. With early diagnosis and continued treatment, many children achieve life-long remission.
Specialty Pediatric Care at Shriners Children's
Changing Lives and Fulfilling Potential
Shriners Children’s compassionate, family-centered and collaborative environment welcomes children and families through our doors and into our hearts. Because we personalize the care we provide to each child, we get to know everything about them – from the challenges they face to what brings them joy.
While some patients need basic care, others face more complex conditions that require care over months and even years. These patients and their families tell us that Shriners Children’s feels like a second home, because we care so deeply for them, physically, emotionally and socially.
Other doctors told us that there wasn’t much anyone could do. After we met with providers at Shriners Children’s Portland, we had a much more positive outlook.
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