Rheumatology 12 - Sjogren's Syndrome

Question 1

define Sjogren’s

Answer 1

autoimmune attack of exocrine glands

Question 2

symptoms of Sjogren’s

Answer 2

dry mucous membranes
dry mouth
dry eyes
dry vagina

Question 3

what is secondary Sjogren’s?

Answer 3

occurs in relation to SLE or rheum arth

Question 4

what is the test for Sjogren’s?

Answer 4

Schirmer test - filter paper in lower eyelid - left in for 5 mins

healthy tears should go 15mm down strip

Question 5

management of Sjogren’s

Answer 5

artificial tears
artificial saliva
vaginal lubricants
hydroxychloroquine

Question 6

complications of Sjogren’s

Answer 6

eye - corneal ulcers
mouth - cavities, candida
vagina - sexual dysfunction, candida