Behçet's disease

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Behçet's disease (BD) or Behçet's syndrome (; sometimes written Behcet) is a type of inflammatory disorder which affects multiple parts of the body. The most common symptoms include painful sores on the mucous membranes of the mouth and other parts of the body, inflammation of parts of the eye, and arthritis. The sores can last from a few days, up to a week or more. Less commonly there may be inflammation of the brain or spinal cord, blood clots, aneurysms, or blindness. Often, the symptoms come and go. The cause is unknown. It is believed to be partly genetic. Behçet's is not contagious. Diagnosis is based on at least three episodes of mouth sores in a year, together with at least two of the following: genital sores, eye inflammation, skin sores, a positive skin prick test. Although Behçet's can be treated, there is no cure. Treatments may include immunosuppressive medication such as corticosteroids and anti-TNFs as well as lifestyle changes. Lidocaine mouthwash may help with the pain...

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