The exact cause of childhood arthritis is unknown. In childhood arthritis, the immune system may not work right which causes inflammation in the joints and other body systems. Childhood arthritis is diagnosed through a physical examination and review of symptoms, X-rays, and lab tests. A doctor should make this diagnosis, particularly a rheumatologist who specializes …

Your Period You may not notice any change in your mouth in the days before your period. (If fact, most women don’t). But if you have swollen gums, bleeding gums, canker sores or swollen salivary glands, hormones may be to blame. These symptoms should subside after your period stops — but if they don’t, then …

What are the signs and symptoms of childhood arthritis? Symptoms may come and go over time. There may be times when symptoms get worse, known as flares, and times when symptoms get better, known as remission. Signs and symptoms include: More Information:  https://www.cdc.gov/arthritis/basics/childhood.htm If you or someone you know needs specialty donated health care, please …

Puberty Raging hormones can leave a teenage girl’s gums red, swollen and bleeding. (In some cases, the gums’ overreaction to plaque may cause gums to actually grow bigger.) Some teenage girls may also find themselves developing canker sores, which usually heal on their own. The best treatment? Prevention. “Brush twice a day with a fluoride toothpaste, …