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Acupuncture for Behçets Disease
Behçet's disease is a rare condition which is believed to originate from a problem in the immune 
system. Behçet's disease can result in rashes in mouth and genitals, as well as 
kidney problems, 
arthritis, 
vasculitis (inflammation of the blood vessels), and inflammation of the 
heart
 and pericardium. Patients with Behçet's disease may have periods of 
remission where the disease does not cause symptoms, and not all 
patients have the same symptoms.  
In many cases of Behçet's disease, the condition cannot be cured but it 
can be managed to extend the length of times when the patient is in 
remission. Stress and 
depression
 tend to cause Behçet's disease symptoms to worsen, and our treatments 
can help to reduce the adverse health effects of stress.  
Acupuncture
 research at Harvard Medical School and many other institutions around 
the world have determined that acupuncture has profound effects on the 
body's physiology. These include a wide range of molecular and cellular 
effects on the immune system, nervous system, endocrine system, and 
growth-regulatory systems. 
As an acupuncturist and holistic health practitioner, Dr. Windsor uses the latest 
research to find solutions for patients with Behçet's disease. 
During treatment for Behçet's disease, it may be necessary to address 
another underlying reason for the occurrence of symptoms. We will create
 an integrated treatment strategy for your unique concerns and 
conditions. We welcome the opportunity to partner with you, and with 
your other medical providers, in order to help you achieve a cure.
 
  
"Behcet's disease is a rare condition and I have not seen it frequently 
in practice. Based on published research and my experience treating a 
range of autoimmune conditions, I believe acupuncture is likely to be 
helpful for individuals with this condition. To the extent that it is 
helpful, this is likely due to acupuncture's ability to help the body to
 regulate the inflammatory signals of the immune system, as well as the 
stress response signals of the nervous system."
 
  
 
 
Dr. Eric Windsor, D.Ac.