Familial Mediterranean fever
Familial Mediterranean fever is a medical condition that may be associated with various symptoms and signs.
Category: General
Drugs labeled for Familial Mediterranean fever
1 medication ingredients list an association with familial mediterranean fever in current FDA labeling.
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...
Anxiety
Intense feelings of nervousness, tension, or panic often arise in response to interpersonal stresses. There is...
Arthralgia
Joint pain....
Asthenia
A state characterized by a feeling of weakness and loss of strength leading to a generalized weakness of the b...
Chest pain
An unpleasant sensation characterized by physical discomfort (such as pricking, throbbing, or aching) localize...
Constipation
Infrequent or difficult evacuation of feces....
Depression
Frequently experiencing feelings of being down, miserable, and/or hopeless; struggling to recover from these m...
Diarrhea
Abnormally increased frequency (usually defined as three or more) loose or watery bowel movements a day....
Fatigue
A subjective feeling of tiredness characterized by a lack of energy and motivation....
Fever
Body temperature elevated above the normal range....
Hypoesthesia
Decreased ability to perceive touch....
Low back pain
An unpleasant sensation characterized by physical discomfort (such as pricking, throbbing, or aching) localize...
Myalgia
Pain in muscle....
Nausea and vomiting
Nausea is a commonly encountered symptom that has been defined as an unpleasant painless subjective feeling th...
Pedal edema
An abnormal accumulation of excess fluid in the lower extremity resulting in swelling of the feet and extendin...
Pericarditis
Inflammation of the sac-like covering around the heart (pericardium)....
Poor appetite
A reduced desire to eat....
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 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...
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....
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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.