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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 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 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 Skin Manifestations Associated With Systemic Diseases – Part I

11 citations , September 2021 in “Anais Brasileiros de Dermatologia”

The conclusion is that early diagnosis of skin signs linked to diseases like Lupus, Dermatomyositis, and Rheumatoid Arthritis is crucial to prevent serious complications.

research Diseases That Turn African Hair Silky

10 citations , November 2012 in “International Journal of Dermatology”

Certain diseases like AIDS and lupus can make African hair become silky.

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.

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