Familial Mediterranean fever

Familial Mediterranean fever is a medical condition that may be associated with various symptoms and signs.

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Medications

Drugs labeled for Familial Mediterranean fever

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Symptoms

Symptoms associated with Familial Mediterranean fever

The following symptoms have been associated with Familial Mediterranean fever in medical literature. Not everyone experiences the same symptoms.

Abdominal pain

An unpleasant sensation characterized by physical discomfort (such as pricking, throbbing, or aching) and perc...

Digestive

Anxiety

Intense feelings of nervousness, tension, or panic often arise in response to interpersonal stresses. There is...

Neurological

Arthralgia

Joint pain....

General

Asthenia

A state characterized by a feeling of weakness and loss of strength leading to a generalized weakness of the b...

General

Chest pain

An unpleasant sensation characterized by physical discomfort (such as pricking, throbbing, or aching) localize...

General

Constipation

Infrequent or difficult evacuation of feces....

Digestive

Depression

Frequently experiencing feelings of being down, miserable, and/or hopeless; struggling to recover from these m...

Neurological

Diarrhea

Abnormally increased frequency (usually defined as three or more) loose or watery bowel movements a day....

Digestive

Fatigue

A subjective feeling of tiredness characterized by a lack of energy and motivation....

General

Fever

Body temperature elevated above the normal range....

Metabolic

Hypoesthesia

Decreased ability to perceive touch....

Neurological

Low back pain

An unpleasant sensation characterized by physical discomfort (such as pricking, throbbing, or aching) localize...

Skeletal

Myalgia

Pain in muscle....

General

Nausea and vomiting

Nausea is a commonly encountered symptom that has been defined as an unpleasant painless subjective feeling th...

Digestive

Pedal edema

An abnormal accumulation of excess fluid in the lower extremity resulting in swelling of the feet and extendin...

Limbs, Metabolic

Pericarditis

Inflammation of the sac-like covering around the heart (pericardium)....

Cardiovascular, Immunologic

Poor appetite

A reduced desire to eat....

Digestive

Seizure

A seizure is an intermittent abnormality of nervous system physiology characterized by a transient occurrence ...

Neurological

Skin rash

A red eruption of the skin....

Dermatologic, Immunologic, Integument

Tests

Tests used to investigate Familial Mediterranean fever

Healthcare providers may order these tests when evaluating Familial Mediterranean fever. 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...

Sample: Blood

Comprehensive Metabolic Panel (CMP)

Measures 14 substances in the blood to assess kidney and liver function, electrolyte balance, and blood sugar ...

Sample: Blood

Urinalysis

Examines urine content to help detect urinary tract infections, kidney disease, and diabetes....

Sample: Urine

Related conditions

Conditions with overlapping symptoms

These conditions share symptoms with Familial Mediterranean fever, which is why a clinical evaluation is important.

FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Familial Mediterranean fever?

Familial Mediterranean fever is a health condition described in medical literature. Familial Mediterranean fever is a medical condition that may be associated with various symptoms and signs.

What are the symptoms of Familial Mediterranean fever?

Familial Mediterranean fever is associated with 19 symptoms in the medical literature we index, including Abdominal pain, Anxiety, Arthralgia, Asthenia, Chest pain, Constipation. Symptoms vary widely between individuals.

How is Familial Mediterranean fever diagnosed or investigated?

A healthcare provider may use a combination of medical history, physical examination, and tests. Common tests associated with Familial Mediterranean fever 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 Mediterranean fever, please discuss your symptoms with a qualified healthcare provider.

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