Castellani syndrome: A rare syndrome characterized by fever, arthritis and enlarged kidney and liver. The fever may fluctuate or come and go. It is most often seen in middle aged males. More detailed information about the symptoms, causes, and treatments of Castellani syndrome is available below.
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