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Behçet's syndrome

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NORD is very grateful to Kenneth T. Calamia, MD, Chairman, Division of Rheumatology, Department of Internal Medicine, Mayo Clinic, Jacksonville, Florida, for assistance in the preparation of this report.

Synonyms of Behçet's syndrome

  • Adamantiades-Behcet's syndrome
  • BD
  • Behcet's disease

Disorder Subdivisions

  • Neuro-Behcet
  • Ocular-Behcet
  • Vasculo-Behcet

General Discussion

Behçet's syndrome is a rare multisystem inflammatory disorder characterized by ulcers affecting the mouth and genitals, various skin lesions, and abnormalities affecting the eyes. Symptoms include mucous membrane lesions of the mouth (canker sores) and genitals (ulcers) that tend to disappear and recur spontaneously. Inflammation of the eyes (anterior uveitis, posterior uveitis, or panuveitis) also affects individuals with Behçet's syndrome. Additional systems of the body may also be affected including the joints, blood vessels, central nervous system, and/or digestive tract. The exact cause of Behçet's syndrome is unknown.

Organizations related to Behçet's syndrome

NORD offers an online community for this rare disease. RareConnect was created by EURORDIS (European Rare Disease Organisation) and NORD (National Organization for Rare Disorders) to provide a safe space where individuals and families affected by rare diseases can connect with each other, share vital experiences, and find helpful information and resources. You can view these international, rare disease communities at www.rareconnect.org.

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