Behcet Disease Research Paper

0verview: Behcet disease, also called Behcet syndrome, is an uncommon condition that causes inflammation in blood vessels throughout the body. Dr. Hulusi Behcet, a dermatologist born in Turkey, identified it in a patient in 1924 and published a description of the disease in 1937. The syndrome is common in the Middle East, Asia, and Japan; and affects more men than women. However, in the United States, more women developed the disease than men, where it generally affects fewer than 1 in 100,000 people. Most cases of Behcet disease are occurring in people with no family history of the disease. A small fraction of all cases have been reported to run in the families. Still, the disorder does not have a clear pattern of inheritance.

Symptoms: Symptoms mostly develop in people in their 20s or 30s, but people of all ages can develop this disease. Behcet disease affects each individual differently. Some people
For some, treatment does not relieve symptoms, and gradually more serious symptoms, such as eyes disease may occur. In general, most people with Behcet disease can lead a productive lives and control symptoms with proper medication, rest, exercise, and a healthy lifestyle.

Consultation: Consulting the patient to rheumatologist, urologist, gynecologist, dermatologist, ophthalmologist, gastroenterologist, hematologist, and neurologist. Patients and family should be providing with referrals to support groups, and educational resources to families dealing with Behcet disease like: American Behcet’s disease Association.

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Carline Archille,