FCAS (Familial Cold Autoinflammatory Syndrome): Noticing Symptoms
Onset of Symptoms
People with FCAS (familial cold autoinflammatory syndrome) usually start having symptoms from birth. Occasionally, symptoms may start later in childhood.
Symptoms of FCAS (familial cold autoinflammatory syndrome) begin after a person is exposed to cold temperature. For example, being in an air-conditioned room, eating cold food, or swimming in cool water can bring on symptoms. A rash will usually start 1 to 2 hours after exposure to the cold, followed by other symptoms 3 to 4 hours later.
Duration of Symptoms
There may be days when some FCAS (familial cold autoinflammatory syndrome) symptoms are not felt. When a person does have symptoms, he or she tends to get worse throughout the day. While some symptoms can last longer, FCAS symptoms usually last no more than 24 hours.
Discussing the Diagnosis
People may not know that they have FCAS (familial cold autoinflammatory syndrome), but their symptoms will make them aware that something is wrong. If a patient suspects he or she has this syndrome, a doctor should be consulted.
