Addison Dart Juvenile Idiopathic Arthritis Child Honoree Addison’s journey with juvenile idiopathic arthritis (pauciarticular) began in 2011 when she was just eighteen months old. She has endured various treatments, labs, MRI’s, weekly injections, steroids, and bouts with uveitis. Because Addison was diagnosed so young, she never allowed her condition to prevent her from doing exactly what she wanted to do. She has always been adventurous, fun-loving, independent and ambitious. She is an active child and loves swimming, gymnastics and dance. Addison is now eleven and has been in remission for seven years. She now only sees her rheumatologist on an as-needed basis. Addison words of wisdom: “Don’t let arthritis get you down. You’re strong!” To join or support Addison and her team, TeamAddison, please visit the team fundraising page. |
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