Sjogrens Directory
Sjögren's syndrome is a disorder in which the immune system attacks the body's moisture-producing glands, such as the tear glands and the saliva glands, causing extreme dryness in the eyes and mouth. Other symptoms include eye itching and burning, fatigue, and joint pain. Sjogren's sometimes develops in people with other autoimmune disorders such as rheumatoid arthritis, lupus, or scleroderma. Treatment includes the use of artificial tears, mouth lubricants, and saliva substitutes. Follow the links below to find WebMD's comprehensive coverage of Sjogren's causes, symptoms, treatment, and more.
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Sjogren's Syndrome Dry Mouth
WebMD explains the causes, symptoms, and treatment of Sjogren's syndrome, a condition in which your eyes, mouth, and other parts of your body get dried out.
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Arthritis and Sjögren's Syndrome
Learn about Sjögren's syndrome, an autoimmune disorder that causes symptoms like dry mouth and dry eyes.
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Sjögren's Syndrome-Topic Overview
What is Sjögren's syndrome? Sjögren's syndrome (say "SHOH-grins") is a disease in which the immune system attacks the glands that make tears and saliva. The damage keeps the glands from working the way they should and makes your eyes and mouth dry. The disease may also cause fatigue and pain in the joints. In rare cases,it can damage the lungs,kidneys,and nerves. Anyone can get Sjögren's,...
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Sjögren Syndrome
Sjogren syndrome is an autoimmune disorder characterized by degeneration of the mucus-secreting glands,particularly the tear ducts of the eyes (lacrimal) and saliva glands of the mouth. Autoimmune disorders are caused when the body's natural defenses (antibodies,lymphocytes,etc.) against invading organisms suddenly begin to attack healthy tissue. Sjogren syndrome is also associated with ...