Sjogren Flashcards
1
Q
Definition
A
Lymph infiltration of exocrine glands, lacrimal and salivary.
2
Q
Triad
A
Dry eye
Dry mouth
Arthritis
3
Q
Consequences
A
Parotid enlargement
Increased risk of B cell lymphoma
Dental caries
Autoantibodies to ribonucleoprotein antigens
SS-A and SSb
4
Q
Common in
and Associated with
A
Affects female between 40-60 yrs
Associated with RA