Sjogren Flashcards

1
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Definition

A

Lymph infiltration of exocrine glands, lacrimal and salivary.

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Triad

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Dry eye
Dry mouth
Arthritis

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3
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Consequences

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Parotid enlargement
Increased risk of B cell lymphoma
Dental caries

Autoantibodies to ribonucleoprotein antigens
SS-A and SSb

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4
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Common in

and Associated with

A

Affects female between 40-60 yrs

Associated with RA

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