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TNF receptor associated periodic syndrome

TNF associated periodic (TRAPS) is a periodic fever syndrome associated with in a receptor for the molecule tumor factor (TNF) that is inheritable in an manner. Individuals with TRAPS have episodic symptoms such as recurrent high fevers, rash, pain, joint/muscle aches and puffy eyes.

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Symptoms — what it feels like

  • ·Vertigo, pericarditis

Causes — why it happens

  • · in the TNFRSF1A gene

How it's found

  • ·Blood test, test

Treatment

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