What is periodic fever aphthous stomatitis pharyngitis cervical adenitis syndrome?
Periodic Fever, aphthous stomatitis, pharyngitis,cervical adenitis (PFAPA) is characterized as recurrent attacks of fever, sore throat, mouth sores and swelling of the glands in the neck. It usually occurs in childhood, and generally resolves in the second decade of life.
How do members experience periodic fever aphthous stomatitis pharyngitis cervical adenitis syndrome?
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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 periodic fever aphthous stomatitis pharyngitis cervical adenitis syndrome on PatientsLikeMe?
| Age | Proportion | # of patients |
|---|---|---|
| <20 | 4 | |
| 20s | 1 | |
| 30s | 13 | |
| 40s | 7 | |
| 50s | 2 | |
| 60s | 3 | |
| 70+ | 0 |
Distribution of sex
| Sex | Proportion | # of patients |
|---|---|---|
| Male | 13 | |
| Female | 14 |