It's all trial and error when it comes to seeing what works for pain. There may be some gastrointestinal distress in children but not due to the JRA but from the medications being taken to control the disease. Make sure that medication is never discontinued without checking with the doctor first. Some of these medicines can be really rough on the digestive tract and most suggest taking them with food. If there is still distress talk with your doctor to see about medicine to counter the stomach irritation.
Juvenile rheumatoid arthritis symptoms and complications can cause a lot of pain and stress.
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