Yao syndrome
An an autoinflammatory disease characterized by periodic fever, dermatitis, arthritis, and swelling of the distal extremities, as well as gastrointestinal and sicca-like symptoms. The disorder is associated with specific NOD2 variants.
Also known as: YAOS, Yao syndrome.
Category: General
Symptoms associated with Yao syndrome
The following symptoms have been associated with Yao syndrome 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...
Arthralgia
Joint pain....
Chest pain
An unpleasant sensation characterized by physical discomfort (such as pricking, throbbing, or aching) localize...
Diarrhea
Abnormally increased frequency (usually defined as three or more) loose or watery bowel movements a day....
Keratoconjunctivitis sicca
Dryness of the eye related to deficiency of the tear film components (aqueous, mucin, or lipid), lid surface a...
Myalgia
Pain in muscle....
Pericarditis
Inflammation of the sac-like covering around the heart (pericardium)....
Recurrent fever
Periodic (episodic or recurrent) bouts of fever....
Skin rash
A red eruption of the skin....
Weight loss
Reduction of total body weight....
Tests used to investigate Yao syndrome
Healthcare providers may order these tests when evaluating Yao syndrome. 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 Yao syndrome?
Yao syndrome is a health condition described in medical literature. An an autoinflammatory disease characterized by periodic fever, dermatitis, arthritis, and swelling of the distal extremities, as well as gastrointestinal and sicca-like symptoms. The disorder is associated with specific NOD2 variants.
What are the symptoms of Yao syndrome?
Yao syndrome is associated with 10 symptoms in the medical literature we index, including Abdominal pain, Arthralgia, Chest pain, Diarrhea, Keratoconjunctivitis sicca, Myalgia. Symptoms vary widely between individuals.
How is Yao syndrome diagnosed or investigated?
A healthcare provider may use a combination of medical history, physical examination, and tests. Common tests associated with Yao syndrome 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 Yao syndrome, please discuss your symptoms with a qualified healthcare provider.