Patient's question:
I was diagnosed with juvenile idiopathic arthritis at the age of 9. I'm only 160 cm tall, and I wonder if I can grow taller in the future. Will long-term use of prednisone affect my height? Additionally, I'm very thin, weighing only 80 jin, and I want to know how to gain weight and grow taller for my future university studies.I want to grow stronger and taller, and enhance my immunity.
Doctor's answer:
I can only say that your height issue and your illness are indeed closely related. If your rheumatoid arthritis is not very severe now, you can first stop taking the medication for a while. Make sure to get enough nutrition and exercise more. As a boy, you are in an age group where it is easy to grow taller. You must have the mindset of growing taller and do not give up easily.The causes of pediatric rheumatic immune diseases are numerous. If a child is diagnosed with pediatric rheumatic immune disease, parents need to cooperate with the doctor to start treatment immediately, cooperate with gastrointestinal decompression, and develop good hygiene habits. The child needs a balanced diet and should avoid stimulating and cold foods.