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The etiology is unknown but thought to be secondary to an autoimmune reaction, where the immune system attacks and harms the body's tissues, resulting in inflammation. Some thoughts are that it could have a genetic component making some more susceptible to a possible environmental trigger such as a virus or bacterium. | |||
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Definition/Description[edit | edit source]
A syndrome (or sometimes referred to as a disease) that causes inflammation in the blood vessels of the body. The most common symptoms are sores in the mouth, sex organs, and on the skin, as well as swelling in the eye, pain, stiffness, and swelling in the joints. The more serious complications include meningitis, blood clots, inflammation of the GI tract, and blindness.
Prevalence[edit | edit source]
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Characteristics/Clinical Presentation[edit | edit source]
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Associated Co-morbidities[edit | edit source]
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Diagnostic Tests/Lab Tests/Lab Values[edit | edit source]
Diagnosis is very difficult and may takes months or even years to get an accurate diagnosis. Key symptoms are:
- Mouth sores at least three times in one year.
- Any two of the following:
- Recurring genital sores
- Eye inflammation with loss of vision
- Characteristic skin lesions
- Positive pathergy test
A dermatologist may do a biopsy of the mouth, genitals, and skin lesions.
Etiology/Causes[edit | edit source]
The etiology is unknown but thought to be secondary to an autoimmune reaction, where the immune system attacks and harms the body's tissues, resulting in inflammation. Some thoughts are that it could have a genetic component making some more susceptible to a possible environmental trigger such as a virus or bacterium.
Systemic Involvement[edit | edit source]
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Medical Management (current best evidence)[edit | edit source]
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Differential Diagnosis[edit | edit source]
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