Hulusi Behcet first described disease in 1930s with triad of oral ulcers, genital lesions, and eye inflammation. Most common along Old Silk Route from Japan to Mediterranean Sea. Rare in US, but sporadic cases occur in non-risk ethnic groups
Behçet first described the syndrome in 1937 with symptoms including mouth, eye, and genital ulcers. The syndrome is characterized by multiple symptoms including joint pain and joint inflammation
BD is a chronic, multisystemic disorder characterized by mucocutaneous, ocular, vascular and CNS manifestations. Disease was first described by Hulusi Behcet in 1937. Disease clusters along ancient Silk Road from eastern Asia to Mediterranean basin
Inflammatory disorder affecting multiple body parts. Most common symptoms include mouth ulcers, eye inflammation, and arthritis. Disease is not contagious and has unknown cause. More common in Middle East and Asia, rare in US and Europe
Behçet disease is a rare, multi-system condition affecting multiple organs. Most common in eastern and central Asia, especially Turkey. Onset typically occurs between 30-40 years of age
Behcet's disease is a systemic vasculitis of unknown cause. Disease affects blood vessels, causing inflammation and symptoms. Genetic factors may predispose individuals, but not hereditary. Disease is not infectious or contagious