Patient's question:
Recently, I've been experiencing frequent oral ulcers for the past one or two years. At first, I thought they were caused by overtime work and didn't pay much attention. This year, after my wisdom teeth started to grow, the oral ulcers became even worse. Last year, I was diagnosed with early-stage glaucoma, and I've had occasional allergic hives on my skin. Because of the glaucoma eye drops, I developed conjunctivitis. Online, I've read that having oral ulcers and eye problems along with skin conditions could be a sign of Beh?et's disease. Could it be that recurrent oral ulcers combined with glaucoma indicate Beh?et's disease?Doctor's answer:
The concept of "excess fire qi" in Traditional Chinese Medicine does not dispute the occurrence of oral ulcers caused by Beh?et's disease. The key issue with your question is to clarify how to diagnose Beh?et's disease, which requires a follow-up visit to the rheumatology department. Beh?et's disease, also known as the orogenital syndrome, is clinically characterized by recurrent oral ulcers, genital ulcers, and eye inflammation. It can also manifest as erythema nodosum, intestinal Beh?et's disease, and neurological involvement. If you experience oral ulcers, skin lesions, and eye problems, it is essential to first rule out Beh?et's disease.During the treatment for pediatric conditions, in addition to medication, the patient's dietary status and psychological condition are also particularly important. It is crucial for the patient to maintain a positive mood and follow a balanced diet to avoid unnecessary impacts on the comprehensive recovery of the pediatric condition.