Pheochromocytoma and Behçet’s Disease: Exploring a Rare Coexistence

This case report describes a rare association between pheochromocytoma and Behçet's disease (BD) in a 38-year-old female. The patient presented with palpitations, dizziness, and blood pressure fluctuations, leading to the diagnosis of pheochromocytoma. Following treatment, she developed symptoms of BD, including oral and genital ulcers. This case highlights the challenges in the diagnosis of pheochromocytoma and raises questions about the potential link between catecholamine excess and autoimmune conditions like BD, suggesting a need for further studies into their pathophysiological relationship.

Authors

Institutions

Publication Details

Journal
Cureus
Published
2025-05-26
DOI
https://doi.org/10.7759/cureus.84812
Primary Topic
Ocular Diseases and Behçet’s Syndrome
Type
article
Field-Weighted Citation Impact
0.00
Controls
|||
ALL TIME
JAN
FEB
MAR
APR
MAY
JUN
JUL
AUG
SEP
OCT
article

Pheochromocytoma and Behçet’s Disease: Exploring a Rare Coexistence

Divyashri Ramanathan Nagarajan, Niyas Khalid Ottu Para, A. Kakade, Daya Mani Jacob et al.
Cureus
Ocular Diseases and Behçet’s Syndrome
article

Pheochromocytoma and Behçet’s Disease: Exploring a Rare Coexistence

Divyashri Ramanathan Nagarajan, Niyas Khalid Ottu Para, A. Kakade, Daya Mani Jacob, Diya E Viju
article en

Abstract

This case report describes a rare association between pheochromocytoma and Behçet's disease (BD) in a 38-year-old female. The patient presented with palpitations, dizziness, and blood pressure fluctuations, leading to the diagnosis of pheochromocytoma. Following treatment, she developed symptoms of BD, including oral and genital ulcers. This case highlights the challenges in the diagnosis of pheochromocytoma and raises questions about the potential link between catecholamine excess and autoimmune conditions like BD, suggesting a need for further studies into their pathophysiological relationship.

CureusVol. 17(5)
Shaikh Khalifa Medical City (AE)
Zero hunger
Openalex Percentile: Top 81%
Ocular Diseases and Behçet’s Syndrome
AI Navigator

Ask Laika to Summarize, Analyze, and Connect papers live on the map.

Summarize Papers & Methodologies

Extract key findings, datasets, and comparative methods across publications.

Benchmark Rankings & Visual Analytics

Rank top research institutions, authors, funders, topics, and journals by Field-Weighted Citation Impact (FWCI) and paper volume with instant charts.

Connect Distant Disciplines

Bridge topological clusters on the map to find hidden collaborative intersections.