Konooz Fahad Faisal

Dr. Konooz Fahad Faisal


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Academic Career Length

1Year (2026-Present)

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29 August 2026 in Children
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AAAbobakr Abdelgalil
Abobakr Abdelgalil
DMDoaa Mosa
Doaa Mosa
AFAlbaz Ghaidaa F.
Albaz Ghaidaa F.
KFKonooz Fahad Faisal
Konooz Fahad Faisal
Ali SobhAli Sobh
Ali Sobh
MMMohamed hesham Mashaly
Mohamed hesham Mashaly
Background/Objectives: Periodic fever, aphthous stomatitis, pharyngitis, and cervical adenitis (PFAPA) syndrome is the most frequently encountered periodic fever syndrome in pediatric populations. It is characterized by recurrent, stereotyped episodes of fever accompanied by pharyngitis, cervical lymphadenopathy, and aphthous stomatitis, sometimes with other additional nonspecific symptoms. Episodes usually last 3–7 days and recur at regular intervals of approximately 2–8 weeks. The etiopathogenesis of PFAPA remains incompletely understood. Accumulating evidence supports a central role of immune dysregulation with multiple genetic variants that contribute to disease susceptibility. Diagnosis is primarily based on clinical evaluation, although targeted genetic testing may be considered in selected cases particularly when overlapping with other monogenic autoinflammatory disorders. Management of PFAPA aims to decrease the frequency and intensity of febrile episodes. Acute flares are managed with antipyretics, corticosteroids, or, in selected cases, anti-interleukin-1 (IL-1) therapy, while preventive strategies include colchicine, cimetidine, or tonsillectomy. Adjunctive approaches such as vitamin D supplementation, probiotics, and other immunomodulatory interventions have also been investigated. This updated review summarizes current insights into the pathogenesis and therapeutic approaches of PFAPA. Methods: This narrative review was conducted using PubMed, and Scopus to identify English-language publications from 2010 to 2026 addressing PFAPA. Conclusions: Pediatricians should consider PFAPA in children with recurrent fevers and oropharyngeal symptoms, especially when standard treatments fail, to ensure proper management and avoid unnecessary antibiotic use.