Familial Mediterranean fever (FMF) is a hereditary inflammatory disorder that affects groups of patients originating from around the Mediterranean Sea (hence its name). It is prominently present in the Armenian people (up to 1 in 7 affected), Sephardi Jews (and, to a much lesser extent, Ashkenazi Jews), people from Turkey, the Arab countries and Lebanon.Livneh A, Langevitz P. Diagnostic and treatment concerns in familial Mediterranean fever. Baillieres Best Pract Res Clin Rheumatol 2000;14(3):477-98. PMID 10985982.

Diagnosis of Familial Mediterranean Fever - Explains the Molecular Genetics Method used in the diagnosis.
Jewish Genetic Disorders (MazorNet) - Overview of Familial Mediterranean Fever, screening and testing information. Support and resources.
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National Organization for Rare Disorders: Mediterranean Fever - Includes synonyms and abstract.
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Scientists Identify Gene for Familial Mediterranean Fever - An article covering the discovery of the gene causing the disease.
The News Release of the National Institute of Health About the Mediterranean Fever - Offers information about the disease.
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