🧠 Ask The Expert: Protecting Your Family’s Health – Understanding Autoimmune Risks & Prevention

Have you ever wondered if certain recurring symptoms like constant fatigue, joint pain, unexplained rashes, could be signs of something more serious? 🧬 Autoimmune diseases often go undiagnosed for years, silently affecting women and even young children. Left unchecked, they can lead to long-term complications that impact daily life, fertility, and overall health. Do you know the early warning signs? Are you doing enough to reduce your family’s risk? You're not alone, and now’s your chance to get trusted, expert advice. Drop your questions now and Dr. Anindita Santosa, Consultant Rheumatologist and Founder of Aaria Rheumatology, will be answering them on June 17th. 📅 June 17th (Tue) 🕓 4–5 PM (SGT) 📍 @ theAsianparent App 📩 Ask away in the comments below! Don’t wait until symptoms become something more serious, knowledge could be the key to early prevention and peace of mind. Let’s protect our families, one question at a time 💪❤️ #AskTheExpert #AutoimmuneAwareness #theAsianparentSG

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hii, can autoimmune diseases be diagnosed in infants or toddlers? where to get checked?

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Dr. Anindita Santosa

Consultant Rheumatologist, Founder of Aaria Rheumatology

1mo ago

Note from expert: Autoimmune diseases are uncommon in very young children, but not impossible. Warning signs may include prolonged fevers, unexplained rashes, swollen joints, poor growth, or frequent infections. If your child shows persistent or unusual symptoms, your pediatrician may refer you to a pediatric rheumatologist or immunologist. These specialists are usually found at children’s hospitals or larger medical centers. Early diagnosis allows for early intervention—so if your gut says something’s off, trust it and ask for further evaluation.

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