Sjogren's Syndrome

Question 1

What is sjorgren’s syndrome (SS)

Answer 1

lymphocytic infiltration of lacrimal and salivary glands

dry mouth/dry eyes

Question 2

What is epidemiology of SS

Answer 2

F more
Age 30 - 65
\+ ANA
\+ Rheumatoid
Anti-SSA & anti-SSB

Question 3

What are SS manifestations

Answer 3

arthralgias
fibromyalgia
cardiopulmonary
nervous system
renal
lymphadenopathy
lymphoma

Question 4

What are SS txt

Answer 4

lubricating eye drops
punctal occlusion
saliva subs
NSAIDs
Hydroxychloroquine
pilocarpine
muscarinic