Behcet's Syndrome: Symptoms & Signs

Behçet's syndrome is a rare condition that caused by inflammation of blood vessels throughout the body.

Signs and symptoms of Behçet's syndrome are variable and can include

• skin rashes or bumps,
• mouth sores,
• eye inflammation,
• digestive problems, and
• genital ulcers.

Other associated signs and symptoms can include

• red and tender lumps or lesions or sores that look like acne,
• eye pain or blurred vision,
• joint pain and swelling,
• abdominal pain,
• diarrhea,
• swelling and pain in the arms or legs due to blood clot formation, and
• gastrointestinal bleeding.

The signs and symptoms can vary in severity over time and vary among different people with the condition.

Causes of Behçet's syndrome

Doctors don't understand the exact cause of Behçet's syndrome is not well understood, but it may be a type of autoimmune disorder.

Other behcet's syndrome symptoms and signs

• Abdominal Pain
• Blurred Vision
• Bumps on the Skin
• Diarrhea
• Digestive Problems
• Eye Inflammation
• Eye Pain
• Gastrointestinal Bleeding
• Genital Ulcers
• Joint Pain
• Mouth Sores
• Rash
• Red, Tender Lesions That Look Like Acne
• Swelling and Pain in the Legs or Arms
• Swollen Joints

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