In recent years, the potential role of zinc in managing autoimmune diseases, including Behçet’s disease, has gained more attention. A growing body of research is shedding light on zinc’s ability to modulate immune responses, reduce inflammation, and improve the quality of life for patients with various autoimmune conditions. A notable study titled “Immunomodulatory and clinical […]
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Zinc and Behçet’s Disease: Understanding the Connection
Introduction Behçet’s disease is a rare, chronic inflammatory condition that can affect multiple parts of the body, including the skin, eyes, mouth, joints, and gastrointestinal tract. The cause of Behçet’s remains largely unknown, but it is believed to involve a combination of genetic predisposition and environmental triggers. Symptoms can vary, but they often include painful […]
Coronavirus (covid-19) and autoimmune diseases
Coronavirus (COVID-19) is still very new at this time. Over two million Canadians have an autoimmune disorder. So far it seems like the virus does not target people with autoimmune disorders unless they are on immunosuppressants. This includes treatment for autoimmune diseases such as rheumatoid arthritis, lupus, multiple sclerosis (MS) and inflammatory bowel diseases. Such […]
How I found out I had Behcet’s
It was July 2016, in Montreal, Canada. I was about 27 years old. I had a cold or flu that would not go away. It was summer, and I had been drinking a lot. I went on a trip to see an old friend up north, and there were a few back-to-back events and many […]
Behcet’s Stories
Cory’s story: https://behcetscanada.ca/blog/how-i-found-out-i-had-behcets/ Joanne’s story: https://www.vasculitisfoundation.org/joannes-story/ Ashley and Rochell’s story: https://www.celgene.com/rare-disease-day-what-its-like-living-with-behcets-disease/ Cindy’s story: https://www.eurordis.org/news/triumphs-defeats-living-behcet-s-disease Leslie’s story: https://globalgenes.org/2012/12/19/confessions-from-a-patient-with-behcets-disease/ Neuro Behcet’s: https://www.everydayhealth.com/columns/my-health-story/behcets-disease-portrait-of-an-artist/ Ellen’s Story: https://www.whatisbiotechnology.org/index.php/exhibitions/campath/stories/ellen Jan’s story: https://www.swbh.nhs.uk/patient-stories/jan-mather-behcets-syndrome-journey/ Suzanne’s story: http://www.pharmafile.com/news/518132/living-beh-ets-disease
Medicine used for Behcet’s
TEVA-Prednisone Prednisone belongs to the group of medications called corticosteroids. It is used to treat a number of conditions. It is more commonly used to treat allergic reactions, some skin conditions, severe asthma, and arthritis. https://chealth.canoe.com › drug › getdrug › teva-prednisone Colchicine Colchicine is a medication used to treat gout and Behçet’s disease. In […]
Autoimmune diseases may make you live longer
Evolution could be to blame for autoimmune diseases and disorders, such as lupus, Behcet’s, multiple sclerosis and rheumatoid arthritis. The numbers grow for documented cases of these disorders as time goes, despite our advances in medical science. There is new evidence that suggests people with autoimmune disorders may be that way because their immune system […]
Echinacea and Behcet’s
Echinacea is very dangerous for people with Behcet’s and in general, anybody with any autoimmune disease. They are often called immunostimulants and can cause flareups. https://healthunlocked.com/behcetsuk/posts/922883/avoid-echinacea-at-all-costs https://ndnr.com/botanical-medicine/immunomodulating-herbs-and-autoimmune-diseases/
Behcets and CBD? Nicotine?
Disclaimer: This is just the blog of one guy with Behcet’s. To my knowledge, there have been no tests. “Since I no longer had nicotine in my system suppressing my symptoms, the Behcet’s attacked my body with force.” Nicotine and biochanin A, but not cigarette smoke, induce anti-inflammatory effects on keratinocytes and endothelial cells in […]
Genital Ulcers from Behcet’s Disease
Genital ulcers are one of the main, often early, symptoms of Behçet disease. They can happen to both men and women and can be very painful. They normally occur on the vulva or scrotum. Genital ulcers are not as common as the oral ulcers and are present in 57-93% of patients. Most of the time […]