Behçet's Disease

Overview

Behçet's disease is a chronic systemic autoimmune disease with underlying vasculitis of unclear cause. It is characterized by recurrent oral ulcers, genital ulcers, eye inflammation, and skin lesions, and may involve multiple systems.

Symptoms

• Recurrent oral ulcers
• Genital ulcers
• Eye inflammation
• Skin nodules

Treatment

Corticosteroids and immunosuppressants are used according to the organs involved, with local symptomatic treatment of ulcers.

Dietary advice

A light diet avoiding spicy, irritating foods, with plenty of vitamin-rich fruits and vegetables.