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1. dermnetnz.org › topics › familial-mediterranean-feverFamilial Mediterranean fever - DermNet

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   Familial Mediterranean fever is an inherited autoinflammatory syndrome characterised by recurrent short episodes of high fever associated with abdominal pain, inflammation of joints and other body sites and skin rash. If untreated, amyloidosis commonly develops and may have a fatal outcome.

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   Nov 11, 2021 · Signs and symptoms of familial Mediterranean fever usually begin during childhood. They occur in bouts called attacks that last 1-3 days. Arthritic attacks may last for weeks or months. Signs and symptoms of FMF attacks vary, but can include: Fever. Abdominal pain.

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   Sep 30, 2010 · Familial Mediterranean fever is primarily a genetic disease due to Mendelian-recessive inheritance of Mediterranean fever gene mutations. Occurs mainly in people of Mediterranean ancestry, especially from Arab countries, Turkey, Israel, and Armenia. Characterised by recurrent attacks of fever and...

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6. www.verywellhealth.com › familial-mediterraneanOverview of Familial Mediterranean Fever - Verywell Health

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   Jul 16, 2023 · Familial Mediterranean fever is a rare inherited disorder seen in some ethnic groups that causes bouts of fever, chest pain, stomach pain, and arthritis.

7. www.amyloidosis.org.uk › wp-content › uploadsFamilial Mediterranean Fever (FMF) factsheet for patients

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   Symptoms of FMF FMF attacks usually last up to three days. Common symptoms include: • high fever • severe stomach pain • joint pain • leg swelling • rash (usually round the ankles) Less common symptoms include: • severe chest pain • testicular pain and swelling, in children These attacks usually start in

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   Jul 26, 2023 · Familial Mediterranean fever (FMF) refers to a hereditary autoinflammatory disorder that mainly affects people of Mediterranean and Middle Eastern origin. FMF is characterized by recurrent episodes of fever and serositis (i.e., inflammation of the serous membranes) of the heart, abdomen, or joints. Occasionally, these symptoms are accompanied ...

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   What are the signs and symptoms of familial Mediterranean fever?

   • Signs and symptoms of familial Mediterranean fever usually begin during childhood. They occur in bouts called attacks that last 1-3 days. Arthritic attacks may last for weeks or months. Signs and symptoms of FMF attacks vary, but can include: The attacks generally resolve spontaneously after a few days.

   Familial Mediterranean fever - Symptoms & causes - Mayo Clinic

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   What is familial Mediterranean fever?

   • Familial Mediterranean fever is an inherited autoinflammatory syndrome characterised by recurrent short episodes of high fever associated with abdominal pain, inflammation of joints and other body sites and skin rash. If untreated, amyloidosis commonly develops and may have a fatal outcome.

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   Can familial Mediterranean fever be cured?

   • FMF is typically diagnosed during childhood. While there's no cure for this disorder, you may be able to relieve or even prevent signs and symptoms of FMF by following your treatment plan. Signs and symptoms of familial Mediterranean fever usually begin during childhood. They occur in bouts called attacks that last 1-3 days.

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   Is there a familial Mediterranean fever in Arabs?

   • El-Shanti H, Majeed HA, El-Khateeb M. Familial mediterranean fever in Arabs. Lancet. 2006;367 (9515):1016-1024. doi:10.1016/S0140-6736 (06)68430-4 Meyerhoff JO. Familial Mediterranean Fever. Medscape. Updated Oct 10, 2023. Available at: Garg S. Hereditary Periodic Fever Syndromes. Medscape. Updated: April 14, 2023. Available at:

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   How is familial Mediterranean fever diagnosed?

   • Diagnosis of familial Mediterranean fever is made using the Tel-Hashomer criteria: The diagnosis if definite if 2 major or 1 major + 2 minor criteria are met. The diagnosis is probable if 1 major + 1 minor criteria are met. Blood tests during an attack may show: Increased serum IgD in 10%.

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   When does a child develop Mediterranean fever?

   • Two-thirds of patients develop symptoms before the age of 5 years and 90% by 20 years of age. Familial Mediterranean fever is usually inherited as an autosomal recessive condition, meaning both parents must carry the defective gene and there is a one in four chance of a child being affected (MIM 249100).

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    Apr 25, 2024 · Familial Mediterranean fever (FMF) is an inherited autoinflammatory disease characterized by recurrent episodes (attacks) of fever and acute inflammation of the membranes lining the abdomen, joints and lungs. Some affected individuals may develop skin rashes (erysipelas like erythema) affecting the lower legs.