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Felty's Syndrome Learning Center

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Welcome

Felty syndrome is a rare disorder that involves rheumatoid arthritis, a swollen spleen, decreased white blood cell count, and repeated infections.

Basic Info

Symptoms
General feeling of discomfort (malaise; Fatigue; Loss of appetite; Unintentional weight loss; Pale-looking skin; Join...
Causes
The cause of Felty syndrome is unknown. It is more common in people who have had rheumatoid arthritis for a long time...
Tests
A physical examination will show: Swollen spleen; Joints that show signs of rheumatoid arthritis; Possibly swollen li...
Treatments
Persons with this syndrome are usually already receiving treatment for rheumatoid arthritis. They may need other medi...
Complications
You may have infections that keep returning.
Prevention
There is no known prevention.
Doctor Specialties
Call for an appointment with your health care provider if you develop symptoms of this disorder.

Basic Info

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