What is familial mediterranean fever?
Familial (inherited) Mediterranean fever is a disorder passed down through families. Some characteristics of this condition include chronic fevers and inflammation of the lining of the abdomen, chest, or joints.
How do members experience familial mediterranean fever?
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*Reports may be affected by other conditions and/or medication side effects. We ask about general symptoms (anxious mood, depressed mood, fatigue, pain, and stress) regardless of condition.
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Who has familial mediterranean fever on PatientsLikeMe?
Age
| Age | Proportion | # of patients |
|---|---|---|
| <20 | 6 | |
| 20s | 18 | |
| 30s | 21 | |
| 40s | 18 | |
| 50s | 7 | |
| 60s | 9 | |
| 70+ | 7 |
Distribution of sex
Sex
| Sex | Proportion | # of patients |
|---|---|---|
| Male | 26 | |
| Female | 54 |
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