familial hemophagocytic lymphohistiocytosis 2
Any genetic hemophagocytic lymphohistiocytosis in which the cause of the disease is a mutation in the PRF1 gene.
Also known as: FHL2, HLH2, HPLH2, PRF1 genetic hemophagocytic lymphohistiocytosis, familial hemophagocytic lymphohistiocytosis type 2, genetic hemophagocytic lymphohistiocytosis caused by mutation in PRF1, hemophagocytic lymphohistiocytosis, familial, type 2, hemophagocytic lymphohistiocytosis, familial, 2.
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Symptoms associated with familial hemophagocytic lymphohistiocytosis 2
The following symptoms have been associated with familial hemophagocytic lymphohistiocytosis 2 in medical literature. Not everyone experiences the same symptoms.
Edema
An abnormal accumulation of fluid beneath the skin, or in one or more cavities of the body....
Failure to thrive
Failure to thrive (FTT) refers to a child whose physical growth is substantially below the norm....
Fever
Body temperature elevated above the normal range....
Jaundice
Yellow pigmentation of the skin due to bilirubin, which in turn is the result of increased bilirubin concentra...
Recurrent fever
Periodic (episodic or recurrent) bouts of fever....
Seizure
A seizure is an intermittent abnormality of nervous system physiology characterized by a transient occurrence ...
Skin rash
A red eruption of the skin....
Tests used to investigate familial hemophagocytic lymphohistiocytosis 2
Healthcare providers may order these tests when evaluating familial hemophagocytic lymphohistiocytosis 2. Test selection is a clinical decision made by a qualified professional.
CBC with Differential
Measures red blood cells, white blood cells, and platelets to help evaluate overall health and detect disorder...
Comprehensive Metabolic Panel (CMP)
Measures 14 substances in the blood to assess kidney and liver function, electrolyte balance, and blood sugar ...
Urinalysis
Examines urine content to help detect urinary tract infections, kidney disease, and diabetes....
Conditions with overlapping symptoms
These conditions share symptoms with familial hemophagocytic lymphohistiocytosis 2, which is why a clinical evaluation is important.
Chédiak-Higashi syndrome
Chédiak-Higashi syndrome is a medical condition that may be associated with various symptoms and signs....
Marburg hemorrhagic fever
Marburg hemorrhagic fever is a medical condition that may be associated with various symptoms and signs....
Netherton syndrome
Netherton syndrome (NS) is a skin disorder characterized by congenital ichthyosiform erythroderma (CIE), a dis...
Omenn syndrome
An inflammatory condition characterized by erythroderma, desquamation, alopecia, chronic diarrhea, failure to ...
Yellow fever
Yellow fever is a medical condition that may be associated with various symptoms and signs....
developmental delay, impaired speech, and behavioral abnormalities
developmental delay, impaired speech, and behavioral abnormalities is a medical condition that may be associat...
Frequently Asked Questions
What is familial hemophagocytic lymphohistiocytosis 2?
familial hemophagocytic lymphohistiocytosis 2 is a health condition described in medical literature. Any genetic hemophagocytic lymphohistiocytosis in which the cause of the disease is a mutation in the PRF1 gene.
What are the symptoms of familial hemophagocytic lymphohistiocytosis 2?
familial hemophagocytic lymphohistiocytosis 2 is associated with 7 symptoms in the medical literature we index, including Edema, Failure to thrive, Fever, Jaundice, Recurrent fever, Seizure. Symptoms vary widely between individuals.
How is familial hemophagocytic lymphohistiocytosis 2 diagnosed or investigated?
A healthcare provider may use a combination of medical history, physical examination, and tests. Common tests associated with familial hemophagocytic lymphohistiocytosis 2 include CBC with Differential, Comprehensive Metabolic Panel (CMP), Urinalysis. This information is educational, not a diagnosis.
Is SymptomDatabase.com diagnosing me?
No. SymptomDatabase.com does not provide diagnosis. If you are concerned you may have familial hemophagocytic lymphohistiocytosis 2, please discuss your symptoms with a qualified healthcare provider.