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Behcet's Syndrome

Underlying Cause

Behcet's Syndrome Underlying Cause

The exact cause of Behcet's syndrome is unknown. For some reason, the immune system mistakenly attacks normal tissues in the body, which causes inflammation and damage to the tissue.

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Last Updated: Apr 13, 2007 References

Authors: Stephen J. Schueler, MD; John H. Beckett, MD; D. Scott Gettings, MD

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Behcet's Syndrome References:

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