Sjogrens syndrome Flashcards
1
Q
What are 6 causes of dry mouth?
A
Sjogrens syndrome Drugs Radiotherapy Dehydration Sarcoidosis HIV
2
Q
What is Sjogrens syndrome?
A
Chronic inflammation of teat and saliva glands
Auto immune
3
Q
What are signs and symptoms of Sjogrens? (6)
A
Xeristomia Dry eyes Erythema Difficulty swallowing and talking Altered taste Swollen saliva glands
4
Q
What drug can be given for Sjogrens
A
Pilocarpine 5mg 3x daily
5
Q
What other therapies can be given for Sjogrens?
A
Artificial saliva
Acupuncture
6
Q
Name 4 artificial salivas
A
Orthana
Bioxtra (gel)
Glandisane (spray)
Salvix pastilles
7
Q
Why might a spray be difficult?
A
Patients who develop sjogrens syndrome from RA (secondary) might find using a spray hard
8
Q
What is an anti fungal used to treat Sjogrens?
A
Nystatin
9
Q
What can you do during treatment with someone with Sjogrens? (5)
A
Offer frequent water Libricate lips Wet mirror Wet mucosa with 3in1 Avoid suction where possible
