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McDonagh, Janet E.
Written by a list of international experts from a range of disciplines. Chapter topics include: • differences in presentation, diagnosis and management between pediatric, adolescent and adult rheumatology care • adolescent health training issues • quality of care in adolescent rheumatology • communication with young people • a full chapter written by young people attending adolescent rheumatology clinics This guide also covers core adolescent health topics and how these factors are impacted on by rheumatic disease, which includes: • adherence • back pain • chronic idiopathic pain • cognitive development • communication • generic health issues • growth and puberty • juvenile idiopathic arthritis • low bone density • peer support • parenting of adolescents • SLE • sports injuries • transitioning to adult health care |
