Distribution of clinical findings in FMF patients in the acute phase of the disease

Introduction: FMF is a recurrent inflammatory disorder characterized by diverse clinical manifestations during the acute phase of the disease. Abdominal pain, chest pain, joint involvement, and skin manifestations are among the most common clinical findings observed in FMF attacks. Recognizing and understanding the distribution of these clinical features is crucial for accurate diagnosis and appropriate management of FMF patients.Material and Methods: : Data collection was carried out through face-to-face interviews and clinical assessments conducted by trained healthcare professionals. A structured questionnaire was developed to gather information on demographic characteristics, medical history, and details of the current FMF attack. The questionnaire was designed to capture the distribution and prevalence of specific clinical findings during the acute phase of FMF, including abdominal pain, chest pain, joint involvement, and skin manifestations. The severity, duration, and associated symptoms of each clinical finding were also recorded.Results: Chest pain was another common clinical finding during FMF attacks, reported by ۶۳% of patients. The pain was described as pleuritic, worsened by deep breathing or coughing. The duration of chest pain varied, with ۴۸% of patients experiencing pain for less than ۲۴ hours, ۳۴% reporting pain lasting between ۲۴ to ۴۸ hours, and ۱۹% experiencing pain for more than ۴۸ hours.Conclusion: this study sheds light on the distribution of clinical findings in FMF patients during the acute phase of the disease. Abdominal pain, chest pain, joint involvement, and skin manifestations were the most prevalent clinical manifestations observed in FMF attacks. Recognition of these findings is crucial for accurate diagnosis, appropriate management, and timely initiation of treatment.