A challenging case of Löfgren’s syndrome mimicking Behçet disease

Key Points

• To present a case of Löfgren’s syndrome that was initially misdiagnosed as Behçet disease.
• Detailed clinical examination of symptoms and skin lesions
• Diagnosis based on joint symptoms and imaging findings
• Utilization of chest CT to identify lymphadenopathy and pulmonary changes
• Initial diagnosis of Behçet disease due to oral ulcers and painful erythema
• Confirmation of Löfgren’s syndrome based on CT findings and clinical symptoms
• Successful treatment involving prednisolone and later apremilast led to symptom resolution

Abstract