Sjogren's Syndrome Flashcards
1
Q
sjogrens syndrome
A
autoimmune disorder that causes reduced saliva and lacrimal
2
Q
risk
A
family history
female
3
Q
signs
A
dry eyes dry mouth parotid swelling dry vagina arthritis
4
Q
investigations
A
Schirmer’s test
anti-ro and anti-la antibodies
+ RF
5
Q
management
A
artificial tears
artificial saliva
6
Q
complications
A
MALT lymphoma
7
Q
signs of MALT lymphoma
A
parotid swelling
lymphadenopathy
