Early exposure to antibiotics may cause JIA

Published On 2021-10-25 09:36 GMT | Update On 2021-10-25 09:37 GMT

Exposure to antibiotics early in life is associated with the later onset of juvenile idiopathic arthritis, according to a study published in the Pediatric Rheumatology.

The aetiology of juvenile idiopathic arthritis (JIA) is poorly understood. It has been shown that the use of antibiotics is associated with juvenile idiopathic arthritis (JIA). However, whether the association is due to the increased occurrence of infection in these individuals is unknown.

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Antibiotics Exposure In Early Life Linked With Juvenile Idiopathic Arthritis: Study

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Early exposure to antibiotics may cause JIA

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