Description

An immune system illness that mainly causes dry eyes and dry mouth.

Обзор

Sjogren syndrome is an immune system illness. It happens when the body’s immune system attacks its own healthy cells. Sjogren syndrome often occurs with other immune ailments, such as rheumatoid arthritis and lupus.

Симптомы

The two most common symptoms are dry eyes and a dry mouth. Eyes might itch or burn. The mouth might feel full of cotton.

Лечение

Treatments include eye drops, medicines and eye surgery to relieve symptoms.