Table 1 Diagnostic criteria for familial Mediterranean fever[3]
From: Familial Mediterranean fever in which Crohn’s disease was suspected: a case report
Major criteria: typical attack* | Minor criteria |
|---|---|
1. Peritonitis (generalized) | 1. Incomplete attacks affecting one or more sites |
2. Pleurisy (unilateral) or pericarditis | -Abdomen |
3. Monoarthritis (hip, knee, ankle) | -Lungs |
4. Isolated fever | -Joints |
*axillary temperature >38°C, duration 12–72 h and ≥ three attacks | 2. Exertion-related leg pain |
3. Response to colchicine |