text: behcets syndrome? my cousin hs been diagnosed with behcets syndrome what is this, and how long does it affect you for, can it be passed on if she has children any answers will b truly appreciated, thanx behcets syndrome is a chronic condition which happens because of disturbances in the body's immune system. there is a website which you might find of interest it explains all about your cousin's condition, it is:-                                                 www.behcets.org.uk i hope this helps