What you need to know about Behcet's Disease 

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1:13 Introductions.
3:57 Incidence and geographical aspects of Behcet’s Disease.
5:27 The underlying cause of Behcet’s is unknown.
7:32 Behcet’s can affect multiple organ systems.
10:02 Behcet’s is a difficult disease to diagnose.
11:13 Strong elements for the dx of Behcet’s.
13:40 Diagnosis of Behçet’s Disease is often delayed especially in patients
with only oral ulcers
15:49 Management of Behcet’s Disease should be tailored to individual patient needs.
18:08 Several factors contribute to impaired quality of life.
19:17 Treatment updates.
21:14 Ashley Pelletier shares her story and talks about American Behcet’s Disease
Association (ABDA)
29:51 Q: Does the age of symptom onset have an impact on prognosis?
31:04 Q: Could Behcet’s be the cause of my ongoing cardiac issues?
34:09 Q: What are some of the issues and disparities surrounding African Americans and
Behcet’s?
36:40 Q: Do you have any suggestions on how best to assemble the right team of doctors and
specialists for Behcet’s?
40:29 Q: Is it normal for my skin to burn when I shower or bathe?
41:31 Q: I have skin involvement with my Behcet’s. Should I take extra precautions when it
comes to being in the sun?
42:37 Q: Has the doctor ever heard of something called MAGIC Syndrome?
44:00 Q: I have Behcet’s. I was diagnosed with HLAB57 and HLAB27. Have you ever seen a
patient who has been diagnosed with them?
46:08 Q: Can the doctor discuss non-scarring genital ulcers?
48:33 Q: Are there some diet considerations for patients with vasculitis? What about certain
foods that are painful to eat due to mouth ulcers?
52:50 Q: Is it safe to use topical steroids on genital ulcers?
54:30: Q: Can the doctor talk about any correlation between flares and their menstrual cycle?
What You Need to Know about Behcet's Disease
Recorded May 2024
Andrew Sulich, MD, discusses how to identify symptoms, relevant diagnostic tools, and the best ways to treat Behcet’s.
Ashley Pelletier, Executive Director of the American Behcet’s Disease Association (ABDA) and a person living with Behcet’s, shares her personal experience with the illness and how ABDA can be a valuable resource for the Behcet’s community.