Behçet's disease is not commonly seen in Northern Europeans. It most commonly affects people from the Middle East, Mediterranean and Eastern Asia. Because of this it is also known as Silk Road disease. It usually affects people aged 20-30 years and affects men and women equally. Although it is not known to be a genetic condition, it can run in families.
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