Methotrexate-induced hypersensitivity pneumonitis in a child with juvenile rheumatoid arthritis

J Pediatr. 1998 May;132(5):901-2. doi: 10.1016/s0022-3476(98)70331-2.

Abstract

Low-dose methotrexate, widely used for juvenile rheumatoid arthritis, has been reported to cause pneumonitis in adults. We report on methotrexate-induced hypersensitivity pneumonitis in a child with juvenile rheumatoid arthritis. Physicians should be aware of this rare complication.

Publication types

  • Case Reports

MeSH terms

  • Alveolitis, Extrinsic Allergic / chemically induced*
  • Antirheumatic Agents / adverse effects*
  • Arthritis, Juvenile / drug therapy*
  • Child
  • Female
  • Humans
  • Methotrexate / adverse effects*

Substances

  • Antirheumatic Agents
  • Methotrexate