Behçet's disease is a rheumatic disease that was first described by Turkish dermatology doctor Ordinaryus Professor Hulusi Behçet. It affects many organ systems such as skin, eyes, joints and vessels. The disease mostly occurs in men in their 20s. Although there is no significant difference between men and women, the disease is more severe in men.
What are the symptoms of the disease?
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Behçet's Disease complaints first appear mainly in the 20-30s. The most common finding is recurring sores in the mouth. These wounds are recurring and painful wounds. The frequency of recurrence of wounds varies from patient to patient. It is necessary to make an explanation here because recurrent oral sores can be seen in many people. A significant portion of these people do not have any disease. To be diagnosed with Behçet's disease, the patient must have other complaints.
Recurrent painful sores in the genital area are among the common findings of the disease. These wounds last for 3-5 days and have a negative impact on the person's life. Apart from oral and genital ulcers, acne-like lesions on the skin, especially painful red lesions on the legs, are common findings of Behçet's disease.
One of the important places affected by Behçet's disease is the eye. It can cause recurrent inflammatory conditions called Eye Uveitis. Uveitis can cause conditions such as eye pain, blurred vision, redness and vision loss. Recurrent attacks of uveitis lead to vision loss if left untreated.
Apart from these common findings, the disease causes pain, swelling, or inflammation in the joints. It can lead to rumen. It can be fatal by causing blockage or dilation in the vessels. It can also involve organs such as the brain and intestines.
How is the disease diagnosed?
As with many diseases, Behçet's disease is diagnosed by listening to the patient's complaints, personal and family history. In most patients, no additional testing is required to make a diagnosis. However, in some patients, both blood tests, imaging methods and, less commonly, genetic tests may be requested.
How is the Treatment of Behçet's Disease?
Behçet's disease is a young male. It can be severe in patients. Therefore, follow-up of these patients is of great importance. We do not give the same medications to every patient. We choose medications according to the locations of involvement in patients. We do not give the same treatment to a patient with vascular or eye involvement as to patients who only have wounds in the mouth or skin wounds.
Finally, I would like to emphasize once again. Behçet's disease is a potentially fatal disease. Follow-up of each patient is of great importance. The results of patients who are followed up properly are usually very good.
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