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CAPS Symptoms

The symptoms of all 3 types of CAPS (Cryopryin-Associated Periodic Syndromes) are a result of the body’s reaction to inflammation.4 The body responds to inflammation with soreness and swelling.

Some people may not know that they have CAPS (Cryopryin-Associated Periodic Syndromes),4 but their symptoms will make them aware that something is wrong. If you think you may have CAPS (Cryopryin-Associated Periodic Syndromes) after reading this online resource, you should see a doctor.

If the doctor diagnoses you with CAPS (Cryopryin-Associated Periodic Syndromes), he will provide treatment to address the inflammation and any symptoms that may follow.

How Do I Know if I Have CAPS?

Any of the symptoms of the 3 types of CAPS can range from extremely uncomfortable to disabling in severe cases.4,5 Even if they are mild and don’t seem to always be there, it is important to bring these symptoms to a doctor’s attention.

Please download the CAPS patient booklet

Think about the answers to these questions:

  • Do you get frequent rashes, fevers, or headaches?
  • Do you feel a strong reaction to cold temperature?
  • Do you always feel like you have the flu?
  • Does your body ache constantly?
  • Have you felt the same aches since you were a child?
  • Do your aches seem to be getting worse?
  • Have any of your family members or relatives ever suffered similar symptoms?
  • Do any of your family members or relatives have CAPS (Cryopryin-Associated Periodic Syndromes)?

Talk to your doctor about your answers to these questions. Details about your symptoms and your family history will help the doctor make the correct diagnosis.

Print this CAPS Patient Booklet along with you to help you remember what you want to talk about.

It is important to be diagnosed and get treatment from your doctor.
Current treatment can help relieve symptoms and, in some cases, may eliminate them.

If you do have CAPS (Cryopryin-Associated Periodic Syndromes), your doctor will arrange to treat the symptoms with one of the medications available.

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