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GlossaryBehçet's disease

chronic inflammatory disorder causing ulcers and eye inflammation

Behçet's disease is a rare, chronic inflammatory disorder that affects multiple parts of the body, including the eyes, mouth, skin, and genitals. It is characterized by recurrent oral and genital ulcers, eye inflammation, and skin lesions. The exact cause is unknown, but it is believed to involve an abnormal immune response.

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research Pathophysiology of Behçet's Disease

34 citations, October 2011 in “Pathology Research International”

Behçet's Disease may be caused by genetic and environmental factors leading to abnormal immune responses, and stress management and new treatments could improve patient outcomes.

research Pulmonary Arterial Aneurysm in Behçet's Disease

3 citations, September 1999 in “Journal of the European Academy of Dermatology and Venereology”

People with Behçet's disease can develop life-threatening lung artery aneurysms that may require surgery.

research Behcet's Disease and Complex Aphthosis

September 1998 in “Journal of The European Academy of Dermatology and Venereology”

Aging affects hair density and skin health, and Behcet's disease, a complex condition with no specific test, involves sores and systemic issues, treated with various medications.

research Thymic Stromal Lymphopoietin in Cutaneous Immune-Mediated Diseases

28 citations, June 2021 in “Frontiers in immunology”

A protein called lfTSLP is important in causing allergic and other skin diseases and could be a target for treatment.

research Clinical Application of Nonantibiotic Macrolides for Inflammation-Driven Immune Dysfunction in Inflammatory Skin Diseases

22 citations, January 2012 in “Mediators of inflammation”

Nonantibiotic macrolides show promise for treating various inflammatory skin conditions.

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