Understanding Behcet's Disease: Symptoms and Treatments

5. Joints Swelling

People with this disease experience joint swelling. These often affect knees. It may also affect the small joints in the wrists, elbows, and ankles. The symptoms may last for a week or two and then disappear. If the swelling is mild, home treatment is sufficient. Treat swollen knees with R.I.C.E (rest, ice, compression, and elevation). If this does not help, it warrants medical attention. Sometimes topical medications do not give you relief. In such case, a doctor may recommend medication that alters the immune response. Regulating immune system response can control inflammation.